Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

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Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Specialist School - Salford Full-Time | Immediate Start | £500-£550 per week
Have you recently graduated with a Psychology degree or similar, or do you bring a fantastic background of relevant experience in SEN support?
Do you have a genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners to access education?
Are you looking to build meaningful, hands-on experience ahead of a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy or a related field?
A highly regarded specialist school in Salford is seeking a committed Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties, and associated learning needs.
About this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Role
This is a front-line, practical Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role where you will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, supporting both academic progress and social-emotional development.
You will:
Support pupils with EHCPs to access differentiated curriculum Assist with speech, language and communication interventions Implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENDCo, and external professionals Observe and record progress to inform personalised support plansYou will gain daily exposure to therapeutic approaches, structured communication systems, and multi-agency collaboration - experience that is directly transferable to future careers in psychology, therapy, and specialist education.
What Makes This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Role Valuable?
Practical experience supporting pupils with complex SEN Insight into behaviour analysis and emotional regulation strategies Experience working alongside therapists and specialist staff Development of observation and reporting skills critical for psychology pathways Strong foundation for postgraduate applicationsIdeal Candidate
2:1 degree or above (Psychology highly desirable) OR proven track record of outstanding support in an SEN setting Genuine long-term interest in SEN or mental health professions Patient, reflective, and emotionally intelligent Resilient & proactiveIf you are looking for a graduate opportunity that will strengthen your future applications and provide meaningful, career-shaping experience, this Salford specialist school offers exactly that.
Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role!
Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.
Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Salford Specialist School - Up to £550 per week
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Location:
Salford, Greater Manchester
Salary:
£500 - £550 /week
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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