Salary: Circa £29,000 Pro-rata
Apply by: 31/01/26
Location: Barking and Dagenham
Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Launch Your Educational Career
Step into a career-defining Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Manchester! This is far more than a job—it's your launchpad into the world of specialist education and psychology. Join an elite, forward-thinking school, playing a pivotal role in supporting exceptional young learners while building a CV that will stand apart from the rest. If you are a high-achieving graduate with aspirations in teaching, psychology, or SEND, this is the unique opportunity you've been searching for.
At this Outstanding Manchester school, you won’t just gain experience—you’ll transform as an educator, learning from SEN specialists at the cutting edge of inclusive practice. You’ll be immersed in vibrant classrooms, enjoying phenomenal training and superlative professional development. This is your gateway to postgraduate pathways, teacher training, and unparalleled SEN expertise within a supportive, progressive culture.
Key Highlights:
- Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Immediate start
- £450–£500 per week salary (term time only) – structured pay progression
- Manchester – Outstanding community secondary school
- Ofsted Outstanding: Exemplary SEND provision and whole-child ethos
- Ongoing CPD, mentoring, and teacher training routes
- Ideal stepping stone for aspiring teachers, psychologists, or SEN professionals
- Modern sensory rooms, therapy spaces, and technology-rich learning environment
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting the learning of pupils with ASD, ADHD, and complex needs
- Delivering personalised interventions under specialist SEN guidance
- Collaborating closely with teachers, therapists, and families
- Monitoring progress and adapting support to individual EHCP targets
- Fostering independence, confidence, and a love of learning in every child
Ideal Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant for this Manchester School:
- First or high 2:1 degree in Psychology, Education, or a related subject
- Proven passion for working with children with additional needs
- Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or educational professional
- Resilient, reflective, and eager to learn from expert practitioners
- Committed to inclusive values, teamwork, and making a tangible difference
Why Join This Manchester School?:
- Renowned for its inclusive, nurturing, and ambitious culture
- Award-winning CPD, SEND workshops, and graduate support
- Direct access to teacher training and psychology internships
- Supportive, experienced SEN faculty—mentoring from day one
- Inspirational leadership and a vibrant, future-focused school community
Step into this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant post and take your first step towards a brilliant educational career. This Manchester school is interviewing now—fast-track your application to secure an interview this week and make your mark.
How to Apply
Ready to step into a role that makes a real difference? We’re reviewing applications for the Academic Mentor post in Barking and Dagenham as soon as they arrive. Places on the interview list are limited—submit your CV without delay if you want to be in the running. Your expertise could be what we’re looking for!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!
