Graduate Sen Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, Yorkshire And The Humber

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Sheffield SEN School | September 2025 Start (Earlier Start Possible) | Earn up to £550 per Week

Are you a graduate looking for a rewarding, hands-on role supporting students with additional learning needs?

Would you like to build experience as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant before pursuing teacher training, psychology, or therapy?

Do you have the empathy, patience, and drive to positively impact the lives of young people with special educational needs?

Start Your Journey – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Sheffield

An outstanding specialist school in Sheffield is recruiting for a full-time Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025, with the option to begin earlier for suitable applicants. This paid opportunity, offering up to £550 per week, is perfect for a graduate hoping to build their experience in a structured, inclusive setting.

This role is suited to graduates who are passionate about working with young people with SEN and are exploring careers in SEN teaching, child psychology, speech and language therapy, or educational support.

Apply today to secure your place as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!

About the School – SEN Provision in Sheffield

This forward-thinking SEN school supports learners aged 11–19 with complex additional needs, including autism spectrum conditions, learning difficulties, and social, emotional, or communication challenges. The school environment is highly nurturing and inclusive, with a strong commitment to staff development and pupil wellbeing.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll receive full training and be supported by experienced teachers, SEN coordinators, and therapists. Many former Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants from this school have progressed into further training and specialist careers.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Daily Responsibilities:

• Work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Deliver interventions focused on emotional regulation, communication, and life skills
• Support classroom learning and help adapt resources for SEN learners
• Promote positive behaviour and build trusting relationships with students
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists on personalised learning strategies
• Contribute to student progress reviews and support individual education plans
• Gain insight into SEN frameworks including EHCPs and specialist support methods

Ideal Profile – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

• A 2:1 degree (or higher) – Psychology, Education, or related disciplines are ideal
• A genuine passion for working with young people with additional needs
• Previous experience working with children or SEN learners is advantageous
• Excellent communication, patience, and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, professional, and motivated to learn and grow in an educational setting

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking a meaningful role that can shape future career decisions. Whether your goal is to become an SEN teacher, a therapist, or an educational psychologist, working as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant offers practical, rewarding experience that will set you apart.

Apply now to begin your journey as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in this welcoming Sheffield SEN school.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | Sheffield SEN School | Full-Time | Up to £550 per Week

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