Full-Time | Term-Time Only | £500–£550 per week

Are you a recent graduate looking to start a career supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Do you want valuable, hands-on experience working in a specialist SEN school before progressing into teaching, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or mental health support?

A highly regarded specialist SEN Primary school in Central Manchester is looking for a motivated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience working with children with additional learning needs in a structured and rewarding educational setting.

The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with additional needs to access learning and develop socially and emotionally.

What’s on Offer :

• Full-time Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position
• Term-time only role (Monday - Friday)
• Competitive weekly pay: £500–£550
• Located in Manchester with excellent transport links
• Work within a supportive and nurturing primary school
• Training in SEN support, safeguarding, and behaviour management
• Valuable experience supporting children with complex learning needs
• Strong foundation for careers in education, psychology, or therapy

Your responsibilities as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant will include :

• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH needs, & communication difficulties
• Providing 1:1 support and small group interventions
• Assisting teachers in delivering adapted and inclusive lessons
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulationand behaviour strategies
• Helping implement EHCP targets and behaviour support plans
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and SEN specialists
• Creating a safe, positive, and structured learningenvironment

This role provides excellent practical SEN experience and is ideal for graduates considering careers in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Speech & Language Therapy
• Child Psychology
• Mental Health Support
• Behaviour Support or Youth Work

Ideal Candidate : We are looking for graduates who are:

• A recent graduate (2:1 or above) in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, or a related subject
• Passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient
• A strong communicator and team player
• Interested in gaining school-based SEN experience
• Previous experience in SEN support, care work, tutoring, coaching, or youth work is advantageous but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK

If you are a passionate graduate looking to gain hands-on SEN experience in Manchester, this role offers the perfect opportunity to build your career while making a real difference to young peoples lives.

Apply today to be considered for this amazing opportunity to join a nurturing primary school as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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