Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Posting date:	09 June 2025
Salary:	£470 to £520 per week
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 July 2025
Location:	ST1 1AA
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	KPI RECRUITING LTD
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	MWSENTASTO0906-30266

Summary

Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Up to £520 per week
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to build experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Are you considering a future in educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or child and adolescent mental health?

A welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a dedicated Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their support team from September. This is a full-time, term-time role—ideal for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in an educational setting that aligns with careers in psychology or therapeutic professions.

Key Details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

  
  

• Pay: Up to £520 per week

  
  

• Start Date: September 2025

  
  

• Contract: Academic year with the potential to become permanent

  
  

  Role Responsibilities:

  • Support pupils with a range of SEN including autism, speech and language difficulties, and social-emotional needs

    
    

  • Work one-to-one and with small groups to deliver tailored interventions

    
    

  • Assist with personalised learning plans and behaviour strategies

    
    

  • Collaborate with educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and other specialists

    
    

  • Build practical experience relevant for further training or postgraduate study

    
    

    Candidate Profile:

    • A recent Psychology graduate (2:1 or above preferred)

      
      

    • Passionate about SEN and child development

      
      

    • Empathetic, patient, and adaptable with excellent communication skills

      
      

    • Experience in a care, mentoring, or SEN support role is highly advantageous

      
      

      About the School:

      This inclusive Stoke-on-Trent primary school prides itself on its nurturing approach and strong SEN provision. With close ties to mental health professionals and therapy services, it offers a rich, supportive environment for both students and staff.

      This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience starting in September, ahead of potential postgraduate training or a career in education and mental health.

      Apply Today:

      To join KPi Education’s network of graduates making a real impact, click 'Apply Now' or send your CV to MirandaW@kpir.co.uk

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