Graduate Teaching Assistant – All-Through SEN School – Ealing – ASAP Start

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Graduate Teaching Assistant – All-Through SEN School – Ealing – ASAP Start

📍 Location: Ealing
📅 Start Date: ASAP
📄 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Salary: Dependent on Experience

Are you a graduate with a passion for special educational needs (SEN)? Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting students in a specialist all-through school? A welcoming and inclusive SEN school in Ealing is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in SEN education, working with students aged 4-19 with a range of learning needs.

Why Join This SEN School?

✔ Invaluable Experience – Perfect for graduates looking to gain experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, or therapy.
✔ Supportive & Inclusive School – Work alongside experienced SEN teachers, therapists, and support staff in a nurturing environment.
✔ Comprehensive Training – Gain specialist training in SEN strategies, behaviour management, and communication techniques.
✔ Career Development Opportunities – Potential for progression into teacher training or specialist SEN roles.
✔ Diverse & Rewarding Role – Support students with ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and other additional needs.
✔ Convenient Location – Based in Ealing with excellent public transport links.

Your Role as a Graduate Teaching Assistant:

🔹 Support students on a 1:1 or small-group basis, ensuring they are engaged and progressing in their learning.
🔹 Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, adapting materials to meet diverse learning needs.
🔹 Help create a structured and inclusive learning environment that supports students' academic and personal development.
🔹 Provide emotional and behavioural support, helping students develop social and communication skills.
🔹 Work closely with therapists and external professionals, gaining valuable insight into SEN strategies and interventions.
🔹 Support students with daily routines, sensory needs, and independence skills.
🔹 Encourage and motivate students to achieve their full potential, celebrating their progress and achievements.

Who We’re Looking For:

✅ A graduate (any subject) with a passion for working with children and young people.
✅ A strong interest in SEN education, psychology, or child development.
✅ Experience working with children (voluntary or paid) in schools, tutoring, childcare, or youth work is beneficial.
✅ A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting students with additional needs.
✅ Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
✅ An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

If you are a passionate graduate eager to gain experience in SEN education and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your CV, and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.

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