Launch Your Career in Education – Support Learners with Special Educational Needs as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant!
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Sunderland
Pay rate: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long Term
Are you a recent graduate with a keen interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and inclusive education? GSL Education are recruiting compassionate and committed Graduate Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEN across specialist and mainstream schools in Sunderland.
This role is ideal for graduates pursuing a career in psychology, education, social work, or speech and language therapy. You will work closely with pupils who require additional support due to Autism (ASC), ADHD, learning difficulties, or SEMH needs, helping them to thrive academically and emotionally in a nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide tailored 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEN across various key stages.
* Assist teachers in adapting resources and strategies to meet individual learning needs.
* Foster an inclusive and respectful classroom atmosphere that encourages pupil engagement.
* Support students in managing their emotional regulation and behaviour positively.
* Monitor and report pupil progress to teachers and SENCOs.
* Ensure a safe and caring learning space for all pupils.
* Contribute to educational and pastoral care plans where appropriate.
Requirements of Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN):
* A degree in psychology, education, special educational needs, child development, or a related discipline (or equivalent qualification).
* Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational, youth work, or care setting.
* A genuine enthusiasm for education and a commitment to supporting the development and well-being of students with SEN.
* Understanding of various Special Education Needs conditions, including autism and ADHD, learning difficulties and behaviour support strategies.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
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* Competitive pay: £84 – £110 per day depending on experience.
* First-hand SEN classroom experience, perfect for aspiring teachers, psychologists, and therapists.
* Guidance from specialist consultants throughout your placement.
* Work in caring and inclusive school settings that value support staff.
If you are a graduate looking to make a real impact while building your experience in SEN education, apply today to join our dedicated team in Sunderland.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at sheikh.saifgsleducation for more information.
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