Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time

Location: Various schools across Manchester
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Start: Immediate

Are you a recent graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in education? Teaching Personnel is seeking Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to work across specialist SEN schools in the Manchester area, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including autism (ASC), ADHD, speech & language difficulties, learning delays and social/communication challenges. This role is ideal for graduates aspiring to careers in teaching, psychology, mental health or youth work.

Role Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
• Assist with learning activities, interventions and classroom support
• Help pupils with communication, confidence and emotional regulation
• Build positive relationships and encourage pupil engagement
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff
• Promote a safe, inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Degree in Psychology, Social Sciences and Education
• Enthusiastic, patient and proactive
• Passion for working with children and young people
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Full-time availability & willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS

Why This Role is Great for Graduates

• Hands-on experience highly valued by teaching and psychology pathways
• Develop skills in behaviour management, SEN strategies and child development
• Build confidence working in educational and pastoral settings

Why Work With Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
• Free and subsidised CPD courses to support with ongoing professional development.
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles

If you’re ready to start your journey in SEN and make a real difference, apply today!

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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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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