Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Salford
Teaching Personnel
Flexible Hours | Long-Term & Short-Term Roles Available

Are you a motivated graduate looking to kick-start your career in education, psychology, or child development? Teaching Personnel is recruiting for a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across schools in the Salford area.

You’ll work with students who may have needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), and social or communication challenges. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils who benefit from additional structure, patience, and tailored learning strategies.

Why This Role is Perfect for Graduates

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal if you're looking to build a career in:

• Educational Psychology
• Teaching / PGCE / Schools Direct
• Speech & Language Therapy
• Youth Work / Social Work / Mental Health Support

You’ll gain invaluable classroom experience, develop key behaviour management skills, and build confidence working with students with additional needs—all while making a meaningful difference.

Key Responsibilities

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your role will include:

• Providing 1:1 support or small group interventions for students with SEN
• Assisting in delivering tailored learning activities to meet individual needs
• Supporting students with literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
• Helping manage behaviour and engagement in a positive, proactive way
• Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils to boost confidence and independence
• Supporting the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom management

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking enthusiastic graduates with a passion for education and SEN:

• A degree in any subject (Psychology, Education or related fields beneficial)
• Strong interest in working with children with SEN / SEND
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Experience with children (voluntary, coaching, tutoring, care work) is advantageous
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
• Flexible full-time and part-time roles to suit your schedule
• Access to a variety of primary, secondary and SEN schools
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated education consultant to support your career journey
• Opportunities to transition into teacher training or permanent roles

Apply Today

If you're a driven graduate ready to gain hands-on experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Manchester, apply now and start making a difference in young people’s lives.

Submit your CV today to be considered for immediate and September start roles.

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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