Graduate School Support Assistant

Location: Ilford, East London

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: £26,880 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Academic Year (Sept 2025 – July 2026)

Are you a recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, Health & Social Care, or a related field?

Looking to gain meaningful experience in a specialist education setting before moving into teaching, social work, or mental health services?

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) school and make a tangible impact on the lives of young people with additional needs.

Position Overview: Graduate School Support Assistant

A forward-thinking SEN school in Ilford is seeking a Graduate Support Assistant to join their team for the 2025–2026 academic year. You’ll be part of a caring and skilled staff group supporting students aged 11 to 19 with a range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and emotional or behavioural challenges.

As a Graduate School Support Assistant you will:

Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to help pupils engage in learning.

Assist students in developing social, emotional, and communication skills.

Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to deliver personalised education plans.

Contribute to a structured, supportive environment designed to help students thrive.

Offer personal care when necessary (full guidance and training will be given).

About the School: Graduate School Support Assistant

This inclusive and well-respected SEN school offers: Graduate School Support Assistant

A collaborative, nurturing team of teachers, assistants, and therapists.

Individualised learning focused on building independence, communication, and emotional resilience.

Strong CPD and training in safeguarding, positive behaviour support, and SEN strategies.

A calm and purposeful environment tailored to specialist education.

Ideal Candidate Profile: Graduate School Support Assistant

We’re looking for graduates who: Graduate School Support Assistant

Hold a degree in Psychology, Criminology, Health & Social Care, or a related subject.

Ideally a 1st or 2:1 from a top 30 university with matching A level and GCSE’s

Are genuinely passionate about improving outcomes for young people with SEN.

Bring resilience, empathy, and emotional intelligence to their work.

Have strong academic backgrounds (ideally from a top-tier university).

Are considering careers in SEN teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or youth support.

Can work collaboratively in a professional, team-focused setting.

What’s In It for You? Graduate School Support Assistant

Annual salary of £26,880

Valuable real-world experience supporting children with additional needs

Expert training and mentoring from experienced SEN educators and therapists

A springboard into long-term careers in education, mental health, or social care

If you're ready to make a difference and kick-start a career in a meaningful, student-centered environment, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply: Graduate School Support Assistant

Send your CV along with a short statement explaining why you’re interested in working in SEN education.

Location: Ilford, East London | Start Date: September 2025 | Contract: Full Academic Year

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