Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEN School | Barking and Dagenham
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to 110 per day (term-time only)
Location: Barking and Dagenham

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 Barking and Dagenham, 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) challenges

Our 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 care

Your 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 reviews

Ready 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)