Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Oxfordshire, England Mar 26, 2025

Type Per Day
Pay £85 – £95/day
Work Onsite
Level Entry Level

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant focuses on supporting students in a small class setting, helping them with learning activities and personal development.

What the role involves

  • Supporting students in a small class setting, helping them with learning activities and personal development.
  • Work closely with the teachers, speech therapists, and educational psychologists to develop tailored support strategies.
  • Help students build life skills, as well as manage.
  • Handle challenging behaviours.

Skills and requirements

  • Are you a psychology, education, or social sciences graduate looking for hands-on experience in special educational needs (SEN) and mental health?
  • Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs while gaining invaluable experience for your future career?
  • The school is seeking a graduate with a degree in Psychology, Education or Health & Social Care, who is kind, patient and compassionate.
  • While prior experience working with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial, a genuine passion for supporting young people is the most important factor!

Candidate fit

  • Use creative and therapeutic approaches (e.g., sensory play, Makaton, PECS) to support communication and engagement.
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with students and become a positive role model in their lives.
  • Gain on-the-job training in autism strategies, behaviour management and communication techniques – excellent skills for those considering a career in Educational psychology, Speech.

Additional role context

  • If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
  • £85 to £95 per day.
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Known job details

  • Pay: £85 to £95 per day
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