Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Hounslow, West London
Location: Hounslow
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
Interviews: Ongoing
Start your career in education with a meaningful and rewarding role.
Are you a recent graduate in Psychology, Education, or a related field with a genuine interest in supporting young people with special educational needs?
Are you considering a future career in educational psychology, teaching, therapy, or youth work?
Aspire People is proud to be working with an inclusive and progressive secondary school in Hounslow, offering a permanent opportunity for a motivated and compassionate graduate to join their dedicated SEN support team this September.
The Role
As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will be a vital part of the support network for students with a variety of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), and speech and language challenges.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Providing academic and emotional support on a one-to-one and small group basis
* Assisting in adapting lesson materials to meet individual learning needs
* Supporting students' social development and emotional regulation
* Helping maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment
* Monitoring progress and assisting in the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
This is a permanent role, offering long-term professional development rather than short-term cover.
Who We're Looking For
We are keen to hear from graduates who:
* Hold a 2:1 degree or higher in Psychology, Education, or a closely related subject
* Have previous experience working with children or young people in schools, care settings, or through voluntary work
* Are passionate about SEN and committed to promoting inclusive education
* Are empathetic, patient, and motivated by helping others succeed
* Are considering long-term careers in education, SEN, or therapeutic professions
Why Join This School?
This well-regarded Hounslow secondary school is known for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and focus on individual pupil progress. Staff benefit from regular training, mentoring, and opportunities for career development. Many graduate teaching assistants go on to pursue teacher training, further study, or specialist roles in educational support.
You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive team where your work will make a daily difference in the lives of young learners.
Apply Now
If you're ready to start a fulfilling journey in education and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks