Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

November 2026 Start | Full-Time | £550-£650 Per Week | St Helens

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for supporting children with additional needs?

Have you studied Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies or a related subject and are considering a career in Special Educational Needs (SEN), Educational Psychology or Child Development?

Are you looking to gain valuable hands-on experience supporting children with additional learning, behavioural and developmental needs?

KPI Education is working with an OFSTED Outstanding-rated primary school in St Helens to recruit an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain invaluable experience working with children with additional needs, developing their understanding of SEN and making a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

The Role:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, term-time only.
• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Deliver small-group interventions to support learning and development.
• Support children with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and communication difficulties.
• Help pupils develop their communication, social and emotional skills.
• Support children in managing their behaviour, emotions and individual challenges.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and other support staff.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning.
• Help children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their individual goals.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A recent graduate interested in SEN, Psychology, Education or Child Development.
• A degree in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Education Studies, Childhood Studies or a related subject is advantageous.
• Previous experience working with children or individuals with additional needs would be desirable.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional learning and developmental needs.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient when working with children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident supporting children on a 1:1 basis.
• A proactive and positive attitude with a genuine desire to make a difference.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring Educational Psychologist, SEN Teacher, Child Psychologist or specialist education professional to gain valuable practical experience before progressing into further study or professional training.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with classroom teachers, the SENCO and specialist support staff to help put effective learning and development strategies into practice. You will provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group assistance to pupils who require additional support, helping them navigate daily challenges, develop essential life skills and reach their full potential.

You will gain first-hand experience supporting children with a variety of additional needs, developing your understanding of different learning profiles, communication strategies and behavioural approaches. This experience will provide an excellent foundation for graduates looking to pursue careers in Educational Psychology, SEN, Child Development or related fields.

Based in a convenient central location in St Helens, the school is accessible to candidates from across the town and surrounding areas. Having been graded Outstanding by Ofsted, the school offers excellent facilities, spacious outdoor learning areas and modern technology, creating an inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive.

If you are a graduate looking to build a career supporting children with additional needs, this could be the perfect opportunity to get started!

Send your CV to KPI Education today to be considered.

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