Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Day-to-Day Supply (Mainstream Schools)

Paid School Experience for Aspiring Teachers, Psychologists & SEND Professionals

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain meaningful, paid experience in a mainstream school before pursuing teacher training or a career in education?

Do you have a passion for supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

If so, this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Day-to-Day Supply opportunity in Bradford mainstream schools could be the perfect next step.

About the Role

Working across a network of welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary and secondary schools throughout Bradford, you will provide support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) on a flexible day-to-day basis.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand classroom experience, develop key educational skills, and build a strong foundation for a future career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or SEN support.

No two days are the same, giving you the chance to experience a variety of school environments while making a genuine difference to pupils' educational journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Encourage pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Support students in building confidence, independence, and resilience
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
• Help create a positive and supportive classroom environment

Why Apply?

Gain Valuable Paid School Experience

Build the classroom experience that schools and teacher training providers look for whilst earning a competitive daily rate.

Explore a Career in Education

Ideal experience for aspiring:

• Teachers
• Educational Psychologists
• Speech & Language Therapists
• SEN Specialists
• Youth Workers

Flexible Working

Choose assignments that fit around your schedule while gaining experience in a range of mainstream Bradford schools.

Develop Transferable Skills

Enhance your communication, behaviour management, intervention delivery, and classroom support skills.

Make a Meaningful Difference

Provide vital support to pupils who need additional encouragement and guidance to reach their full potential.

Person Specification

Essential

• A graduate with a 2:1 degree or above (all subjects considered)
• Passion for supporting children and young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach
• Interest in education, SEND, or child development

Desirable

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• Tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or volunteering experience
• Aspirations to pursue a career within education

Apply Today

If you're looking to gain paid experience in mainstream schools, develop your classroom confidence, and build the foundations for a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV to Michael at KPI Education today to be considered.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | Day-to-Day Supply | Mainstream Bradford Schools | Flexible Working | Paid School Experience | Immediate & October 2026 Starts Available

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