SEN Teaching Assistant

Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant
Wigan & Warrington | Full-Time & Part-Time Roles | Ideal for Future Psychologists, Therapists & Teachers

Are you a psychology graduate looking to apply your knowledge in a meaningful and practical setting?

Join our dedicated team of SEN Teaching Assistants, supporting children and young people with additional needs across Wigan and Warrington. This is a perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education, mental health, and behavioural support.

Why This Role?

✅ Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH & more
✅ Build real-world experience for careers in psychology, education, or therapy
✅ Access to specialist SEN training and ongoing development
✅ Be part of a supportive school team making a real impact every day
✅ Opportunities to progress into Teacher Training

We’re Looking For:

• Psychology graduates with a genuine interest in SEN and child development

• Empathetic, patient, and confident communicators

• Committed to helping every child reach their potential

• Experience with SEN (personal, voluntary or professional) is a bonus, but not essential

Apply now to start your journey supporting young minds and shaping futures by submitting your CV via the links provided.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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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