Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Stoke-on-Trent

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Starting September 2026

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain invaluable experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or a related field?

Do you have a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential in a supportive and inclusive school environment?

A welcoming and nurturing school in Stoke-on-Trent (ST4 6JH) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their experienced support team.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates to develop hands-on experience working with pupils with a range of additional needs while building the skills and knowledge needed for a rewarding career supporting children and young people.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and wider support staff to provide tailored support that enables pupils to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time position (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm)
• Term-time only role
• Long-term opportunity within a supportive and inclusive school
• Competitive weekly pay of £500 - £560 (£100 - £115 per day)
• Convenient Stoke-on-Trent location with accessible transport links
• Valuable experience supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Opportunities to deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Ongoing guidance and mentoring from experienced teachers, SEN professionals, and school leaders
• Excellent preparation for careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, child psychology, or other education-based professions

About You, To be considered for this role, you will:

• Hold a 2:1 degree or above (or be predicted to achieve this)
• Demonstrate a caring, patient, and resilient approach
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs
• Be committed to helping pupils develop academically, socially, and emotionally
• Be eager to gain practical experience within an SEN-focused educational setting
• Be considering a future career in education, SEND, psychology, or a related profession
• Have the right to work in the UK

The Role, Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs
• Supporting children with a range of needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, moderate learning difficulties (MLD), and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Implementing targeted interventions to support academic progress and personal development
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence
• Adapting learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, parents, and external professionals to support positive outcomes
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every child feels supported to succeed

Apply Today | If you're ready to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs while gaining invaluable SEN experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: ST4 6JH, Stoke-on-Trent

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