Graduate Sen Teaching Assistant in Tower Hamlets, London

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

East London SEN School – Up to £650 per week – Full-Time

Are you a graduate with a passion for supporting young people with special educational needs?

Do you have the emotional resilience, patience, and empathy to make a real difference in an SEN environment?

Would you like to play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning in a supportive, specialist setting?

An inclusive school specialist school in East London are seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team in September. The school has been graded ‘Good’ in its last Ofsted inspection. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professional skills in SEN support while making a genuine difference to pupils’ educational journeys.

The Role – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work with students aged 11–16 who have a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, and moderate learning difficulties. You’ll provide tailored academic and emotional support, both 1:1 and in small group settings, helping pupils to access the curriculum and build confidence in their abilities.

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for Psychology, Education, or related subject graduates, or for those with relevant experience in youth work, mentoring, or care. Patience, empathy, and strong communication skills are essential, along with the resilience to work in a challenging but highly rewarding environment.

What’s on Offer:

• Earn up to £650 per week
• Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role (Monday–Friday)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities from SEN professionals
• Excellent preparation for careers in Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, SEN Teaching, or Mental Health Support
• Placement starting September 2025 with opportunities for progression

Ideal Candidate – Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant:

• 2:1 degree or higher (Psychology or related subjects advantageous)
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Calm, adaptable, and resilient in challenging situations
• Previous experience with SEN or in youth-focused roles is desirable but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

If you are interested, please Click ‘Apply Now’ to express your interest in this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity.

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