Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Are you a Psychology graduate (or similar) with a strong interest in SEN and inclusive education?

Would you like to gain hands-on experience supporting children with complex learning and additional needs?

Are you considering a future career in SEN teaching, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, or mental health support?

A well-established specialist SEN school in Newcastle is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time role offering invaluable experience working with pupils who require tailored support in a specialist setting.

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, help pupils regulate emotions, and assist them in accessing learning in a way that meets their individual needs.

You will play a key role in implementing behaviour support plans, delivering targeted interventions, and creating a safe, structured environment where pupils can develop both academically and emotionally.

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is particularly well suited to graduates considering long-term careers in psychology, therapy, or specialist education, offering first-hand experience of inclusive and therapeutic practice.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role
• Weekly pay of £500–£550
• Supportive Newcastle specialist SEN school
• Extensive SEN, safeguarding, and behaviour management training
• Mentoring from experienced SEN teachers and professionals
• Excellent preparation for PGCE, MSc Psychology, or therapy pathways

Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

• Degree at 2:1 or above (Psychology, Education, or related subjects beneficial)
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine passion for supporting pupils with SEN
• Previous SEN, care, or youth work experience is advantageous but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Newcastle offers a fantastic opportunity to build specialist experience while making a real difference to the lives of young people.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in a Newcastle specialist school.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Newcastle Specialist School – £500–£550 per week – Full-Time

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