SEN Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Manchester
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Are you a recent graduate looking to kick-start your career in education? Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and making a real difference every day? Teaching Personnel are seeking motivated, compassionate and proactive Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to work across specialist schools and provisions in the Manchester area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in SEN education, ideal for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or similar fields.

About the Role

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across a range of ages (typically Primary and Secondary: 5–16 years) with additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD and behavioural challenges
• Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

You will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and assist in small group interventions
• Support pupils with academic tasks, emotional regulation, and social development
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons
• Help implement EHCP targets and individual support plans
• Use positive behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Support pupils both inside and outside of the classroom environment

Requirements

• A relevant degree (or working towards), such as:
• Psychology
• Education Studies
• Childhood Studies
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Health & Social Care
• A passionate, empathetic, and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilience, patience, and a genuine desire to support young people
• Any previous experience working with children, SEN, or in care/support settings is highly desirable

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible full-time and part-time roles to suit your schedule
• Valuable classroom experience to support future career pathways
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent positions

Take the First Step in Your Education Career

This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to develop your skills, gain meaningful experience, and positively impact young lives.

If you’re a graduate eager to get into education, apply today and start your journey this September 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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