Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Greater Manchester

Looking to build a career in education, psychology, therapy, or mental health? Gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people in specialist SEN and SEMH schools across Greater Manchester.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work with pupils who have a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH needs, learning difficulties, speech and language needs, anxiety, and trauma-related behaviours.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Helping students engage with learning and develop confidence.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff.
• Supporting individual learning and behaviour plans.

Why This Role?

This is the perfect stepping stone for graduates looking to progress into:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Speech & Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Social Work
• Mental Health Services

You'll develop valuable skills in behaviour management, communication, safeguarding, and supporting diverse learning needs.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in any subject.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, resilient, and proactive attitude.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• Free and discounted CPD training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to a wide network of SEN and SEMH schools.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.

If you're ready to make a difference while gaining invaluable experience for your future career, apply today with Teaching Personnel.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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