Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Sheffield Specialist SEN School – Up to £550 per week – Full-Time

Do you have a 2:1 or higher degree and a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Are you interested in gaining hands-on experience in a specialist SEN school before pursuing a career in psychology, SEN teaching, or therapy?

Would you like to make a real impact by helping pupils with additional needs overcome barriers to learning?

A well-resourced specialist school in Sheffield is looking to appoint a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates who want to build experience in education and make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to express your interest in this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role.

The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students aged 11–16 who have a variety of learning difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs. Your role will involve providing 1:1 and small-group support, adapting learning resources, and promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position is particularly suited to Psychology or Education graduates, or those who have experience in care, youth work, or mentoring. The school is looking for resilient, empathetic graduates who are eager to learn and confident in supporting students with challenging behaviour.

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position (Monday–Friday)
• Earn up to £550 per week
• Opportunity to work in a supportive Sheffield specialist school with excellent facilities
• Ongoing training and development provided by SEN specialists
• Fantastic preparation for careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, SEN Teaching, or Speech and Language Therapy
• Placement starting September 2025 with progression opportunities available

Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

• 2:1 degree or higher (Psychology or related disciplines desirable)
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient personality
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust with pupils
• Experience in SEN, youth mentoring, sports coaching, or care is beneficial but not essential
• Must be eligible to work in the UK (unfortunately, no visa sponsorship available)

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Sheffield provides an outstanding opportunity to gain practical experience while supporting young people with additional needs to thrive.

Apply today to take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in a Sheffield specialist school.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Sheffield Specialist SEN School – Up to £550 per week

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