Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Oldham
Recruitment Agency: Teaching Personnel
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Personnel are seeking a motivated, compassionate and driven graduate to join a specialist school in Oldham as an SEN Teaching Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to begin or develop a career in education, psychology, speech and language therapy, or wider support services.

This specialist setting supports pupils aged 4–19 with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). The school provides a nurturing and structured environment focused on inclusion, emotional wellbeing, and preparing young people for independent adulthood.

The Role

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will gain hands-on experience supporting pupils with complex additional needs. Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals, you will contribute to delivering personalised support that promotes academic, social and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support for pupils with a range of SEN needs
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, adapting learning to suit communication, sensory and cognitive needs
• Support the use of specialist tools such as PECS, AAC systems and visual timetables
• Assist in managing behaviours through positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques
• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment
• Encourage independence, confidence, social skills and emotional regulation
• Support personal care needs where required, including mobility, feeding and toileting

What We Are Looking For

• A strong interest in SEN, education or child development
• Patient, resilient and adaptable, with a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Proactive decision making
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Committed to a full-time, long-term role

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• Background in Psychology, Education, Health & Social Care, or related fields

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• Full-time, long-term opportunities within specialist schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
• Competitive weekly pay
• Access to training and professional development
• Clear pathways into careers such as teaching, educational psychology, therapy or SEN support

Apply Now

If you are a graduate looking to make a meaningful impact while building valuable experience in specialist education, we would love to hear from you.

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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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