Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant  

Manchester Specialist School – £500–£550 per week – Full-Time

Are you a recent Psychology graduate (or similar) with a strong interest in Special Educational Needs and inclusive education?

Would you like to gain hands-on experience in a specialist SEN setting supporting pupils with complex needs?

Are you considering a future career in Educational Psychology, SEN Teaching, or therapeutic professions?

A well-established specialist SEN school in Manchester is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time, long-term role offering excellent exposure to specialist SEN provision.

The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals, you will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with behaviour regulation, and help pupils access learning in a structured, supportive environment.

You will contribute to tailored interventions, follow behaviour and support plans, and play a key role in supporting pupils’ academic and emotional development. This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role offers outstanding experience for graduates considering careers in psychology, therapy, or specialist education.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role
• Weekly pay of £500–£550
• Supportive Manchester specialist SEN school
• Extensive SEN, safeguarding, and behaviour training
• Mentoring from experienced SEN professionals
• Excellent preparation for psychology or SEN career pathways

Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

• Degree at 2:1 or above
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils with SEN
• Previous SEN or care experience desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK

Click ‘Apply Now’ to register your interest in this exciting role and kickstart a career supporting vulnerable learners.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Manchester Specialist School - £500-£550 per week – Full time long-term role

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