Are you a graduate who wants to make a real difference by supporting children with additional needs in a primary school setting?
If you’re someone who is patient, empathetic, and motivated to help every child succeed, no matter the challenges they face, this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity could be the perfect next step.
A caring and inclusive primary school in Wigan is looking for a dedicated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately, supporting pupils throughout the remainder of the academic year.
Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
* Full-time role, Monday–Friday (term-time only)
* Immediate start available
* Earn £500–£560 per week
* Work within a supportive and well-structured primary school
* Collaborate closely with an experienced SENDCo
* Support pupils with needs such as ASD, ADHD, and speech & communication difficulties
In this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role, your day-to-day work will have a genuine impact on pupils who need additional support to access learning. You’ll work one-to-one with children who may struggle with focus, helping break tasks into manageable steps, using visual aids, and reinforcing instructions in a calm and encouraging way.
As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will also support pupils with emotional regulation helping them understand and manage their feelings, guiding them through moments of frustration, and creating a consistent, reassuring presence in the classroom. For some children, you may help implement routines that reduce anxiety and provide structure to their day.
You’ll also run small group interventions as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, focusing on areas such as phonics, numeracy, or social skills. This could involve using creative and engaging methods like games, repetition, and interactive activities to keep pupils motivated and build their confidence over time.
Working closely with the class teacher and SENDCo, the Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant will help adapt learning materials, monitor progress, and contribute to strategies that are tailored to each child’s individual needs. You’ll gain exposure to EHCP targets, behaviour plans, and differentiated teaching approaches giving you a strong understanding of how to support SEN pupils effectively.
This Wigan primary school has a strong focus on inclusion and truly values the role of a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant within their team. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child feels understood and supported, and graduates are given the guidance and mentoring needed to develop professionally.
The ideal Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant will hold a 2:1 degree or above (with Psychology or Education backgrounds particularly relevant), alongside a genuine interest in SEN and child development. Experience working with children whether through tutoring, volunteering, or mentoring is highly beneficial.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to gain meaningful, hands-on experience while building the skills needed for a future career in education, educational psychology, or therapeutic support roles.
If you’re ready to step into a rewarding Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position and make a lasting difference in a child’s school journey, apply now and send your CV to Jo at KPI Education.
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