SEND Teaching Assistant

Description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEN School | Hackney

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Up to 110 per day (term-time only)

Location: Hackney

Are you a patient, empathetic graduate looking to make a lasting impact in the lives of children with additional needs?

Do you dream of a future in education, psychology, therapy, or child development?

Join This fantastic SEND School this September as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant and play a vital role in supporting children with a wide range of complex learning needs.

About The School - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Situated in the vibrant borough of Hackney, this school is an inclusive and forward-thinking specialist school supporting children aged 4-16 with a variety of additional needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

ADHD

Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challengesOur staff work collaboratively to ensure that every pupil receives the individualised support they need to flourish - academically, socially and emotionally.

Who We're Looking For - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

We're seeking a compassionate, proactive and emotionally intelligent graduate who is ready to commit to a meaningful role in special education.

You should: Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Hold a 2:1 degree or higher in a relevant subject (e.g., Psychology, Education, Child Development, Social Work)

Be a confident communicator, able to build trust with pupils, staff, and families

Show resilience and patience, especially when supporting challenging behaviours

Be genuinely passionate about working with children with additional needs and considering a future in SEN teaching, child psychology, therapy, or social careYour Role as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

As part of the classroom support team, you'll work closely with teachers and therapists to provide tailored, meaningful support.

Day-to-day responsibilities include: Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Delivering 1:1 and small group support for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)

Assisting in adapting lesson materials to meet pupils' specific learning goals

Supporting communication systems such as PECS, Makaton, and visual schedules

Aiding students with emotional regulation and behaviour management

Recording progress and contributing to pupil development reviewsReady to Apply? Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

If you're passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and eager to begin a fulfilling, long-term role, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV and a short cover letter to Dan at (url removed)

Ad ID: 5417041485