Have you recently completed your degree and are now looking to step into a rewarding role where you can genuinely impact young lives?

Are you keen to gain hands-on experience supporting pupils with additional needs in a primary school environment?

Are you hoping to build meaningful experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or youth support?

A highly supportive and well-regarded primary school in Bolton is looking to appoint a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team for the rest of the academic year. This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position offers the opportunity to work closely with children who have ADHD, ASD, and a broad range of additional SEN needs within a nurturing and inclusive setting.

What’s on offer:

• Full-time Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role (Monday–Friday), starting ASAP
• Weekly pay between £500 – £560 (dependent on experience)
• A welcoming, well-led primary school with a strong pastoral ethos
• Direct training and mentoring from an experienced SENDCo
• Practical exposure to a variety of SEN and behaviour support strategies
• Immediate interviews available

About the role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work both one-to-one and in small groups, supporting pupils with varying levels of additional needs. Many children within the school have EHCPs and require tailored interventions, emotional regulation support, and consistent encouragement throughout the school day.

The school is based in a vibrant and diverse area of Bolton and proudly serves a multicultural community. Inclusion is at the heart of everything they do, and staff work collaboratively to ensure every pupil feels safe, valued, and understood. The leadership team is exceptionally supportive, offering guidance, structured training, and ongoing professional development to every Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant who joins their team.

You will help pupils manage emotions, remain engaged during lessons, and build confidence both academically and socially. A calm, patient, and empathetic approach is essential, as relationship-building is central to succeeding as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in this setting.

Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

• Minimum 2:1 degree (Psychology or Education preferred)
• Passionate about supporting children with SEN
• Strong communication skills and emotional awareness
• Previous experience working with children (tutoring, SEN support, youth work) is highly desirable
• Ambition to pursue a long-term career in education, psychology, mental health, or related fields
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

This Bolton primary school has a strong reputation for being nurturing, inclusive, and exceptionally supportive of both pupils and staff. With a high number of children with SEN needs, this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role provides invaluable real-world experience and the opportunity to make a tangible difference every day.

If you are ready to begin your journey as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in a school that truly values inclusion, diversity, and professional growth, apply now.

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