Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Posting date:	19 September 2025
Salary:	£500 to £570 per week
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 October 2025
Location:	WV1 1AA
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	KPI RECRUITING LTD
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	MWWOLVPRI1909-30266

Summary

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Wolverhampton Primary School

Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Start Date: September 2025
Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:00pm
£500 – £570 per week

Start Your Career Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for supporting children who face additional learning challenges?

Thinking about a future in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or child development?

A warm and inclusive primary school in Wolverhampton is offering a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant. This is the perfect stepping stone for graduates considering a PGCE, teacher training, or further study in psychology or special education.

About the School

Located in Wolverhampton, this welcoming primary school prides itself on a supportive, inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. With a strong focus on personalised support, the school caters to pupils with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and general learning delays. You’ll be joining a nurturing staff team dedicated to creating positive, meaningful outcomes for all pupils.

Your Role as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

You will play a key role in helping children with additional needs succeed in the classroom by:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs

  
  

• Collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO to adapt lessons and activities

  
  

• Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and building strong, trusting relationships

  
  

• Assisting in the monitoring of progress and planning of targeted interventions

  
  

• Encouraging independence, resilience, and a love of learning in every pupil

  
  Who This Role is Ideal For

  We’re looking for graduates who:

  • Hold a 2:1 degree or higher in Psychology, Education, English, Maths, or a related subject

    
    

  • Are passionate about helping children with special educational needs

    
    

  • Are calm, patient, and empathetic in their approach

    
    

  • Possess strong communication and collaboration skills

    
    

  • May have previous experience working with children or young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, youth work, or volunteering)

    
    Why Apply?

    • Gain first-hand classroom experience highly valued by PGCE, teacher training, and postgraduate psychology courses

      
      

    • Receive ongoing support from experienced teachers and SEN specialists

      
      

    • Be part of a collaborative school community where your impact is genuinely valued

      
      

    • Make a real difference to children’s academic and emotional development

      
      

    • Explore diverse career pathways in education, therapy and special needs support

      
      Ready to Make a Difference?

      If you're looking to begin a rewarding career in education or psychology, we'd love to hear from you.

      Send your CV to Miranda at KPI Education, or click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.

      Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Wolverhampton | Primary School | September 2025 Start | Full-Time | £500–£570 per week

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