Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Psychology, Education & Criminology Graduates Welcome!

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and young people before taking the next step in your career?

Would you like to develop practical experience in education, psychology, therapy or support work while making a genuine difference every day?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to join a variety of specialist schools in East Grinstead from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are passionate about supporting young people and want to gain hands-on experience working with pupils with additional needs. Whether you are considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, counselling or youth work, this role provides invaluable experience within a supportive SEN environment.

The Role

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside experienced teachers and specialist staff to support pupils with a range of additional needs.

You will help pupils access education, develop confidence and overcome barriers to learning.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Helping students engage with lessons and activities
• Supporting communication and social development
• Encouraging independence and confidence
• Building positive relationships with pupils
• Helping implement personalised learning strategies
• Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
• Working collaboratively with teachers and wider school teams

No two days will be the same, and you will gain a unique insight into the challenges and rewards of working within specialist education.

Ideal Backgrounds

We are particularly interested in hearing from graduates with qualifications or experience in:

• Psychology
• Education Studies
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Childhood Studies
• Health and Social Care
• Sport and Coaching
• Counselling

Previous SEN experience is beneficial but not essential. We value enthusiasm, resilience and a genuine desire to support young people.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

When you join Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from:

• Access to a wide range of SEN schools across Horsham and Crawley
• Competitive weekly pay
• Free SEN-focused CPD training
• Support from a dedicated local consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Valuable experience to strengthen your future career

Requirements

• Clean UK Driving Licence and own car
• Enhanced Child Only DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK
• Commitment to safeguarding children
• Availability from September 2026

If you are a graduate looking for meaningful experience and want to start a rewarding career supporting children and young people, apply today.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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