Job description
Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Specialist SEN School – Blackburn – Up to £600 per week – Full-Time
Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and behavioural challenges?
Do you have the resilience and confidence to succeed in a specialist school setting?
Maybe you’re passionate about having a positive impact on the lives of children with additional needs?
A specialist SEN school in Blackburn is seeking a proactive and dedicated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of needs, including SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Therapy, Social Work, or SEN Education.
The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work with pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering 1:1 and small-group support to help them access learning and develop positive behaviours.
A key part of this role involves supporting behaviour management, using structured and consistent strategies to help pupils regulate emotions and engage with their education. You will build strong, trusting relationships and act as a positive role model, providing stability, encouragement, and clear boundaries.
You will support pupils with needs including SEMH, ADHD, Autism, and trauma-related behaviours, helping them overcome barriers and build confidence both academically and socially.
What’s on Offer
1. Up to £600 per week
2. Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role
3. Immediate or September start available
4. Ongoing SEN and behaviour management training
5. Supportive and experienced school team
Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
6. Graduate (2:1 or above preferred, Psychology desirable)
7. Resilient, confident, and comfortable managing challenging behaviour
8. Experience in SEN, youth work, sports coaching, or care highly desirable
9. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
10. Passion for supporting vulnerable young people
This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Blackburn offers a fantastic opportunity to develop key skills while making a real difference.
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