Job title: Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: RR - Internal
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Tower Hamlets, London
Job published: 29-08-2025
Job ID: 108752

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Graduate Opportunity

Location: Tower Hamlets
Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs?

A well-regarded primary school in Greenwich is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support for pupils with additional needs, ensuring they can access learning and make excellent progress.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work with children on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, offering academic support, emotional encouragement, and social development guidance. You’ll gain first-hand experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and SEMH needs, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates interested in SEN education or psychology-related careers.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Key responsibilities:

  • Providing in-class support for children with SEN across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
  • Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions tailored to individual learning needs
  • Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and SEMH needs
  • Assisting teachers with lesson resources, classroom management, and progress monitoring

This role is ideal for recent graduates aspiring to become Educational Psychologists, SEN teachers, or those passionate about supporting vulnerable children.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - We’re looking for:

  • A recent graduate with a 2:1 or First-Class degree (any subject considered)
  • Previous experience supporting children with SEN (voluntary or paid)
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment from September 2025 to July 2026

Apply today to gain valuable experience as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Tower Hamlets.

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Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | Tower Hamlets