Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Richmond
Location: Richmond, London
Salary: £90–£110 per day
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: September 2026
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs?
A specialist SEN school in Richmond is looking for a motivated and compassionate Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate considering a future career in SEN teaching, educational psychology, psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy or wider education and care .
The Role Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will provide targeted support to pupils with a range of additional needs.
You will:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support
Help pupils access and engage with classroom learning
Support children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties
Deliver and reinforce targeted interventions
Support communication, social skills and emotional regulation
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Encourage independence, confidence and engagement
Assist teachers with differentiated learning activities
Support positive behaviour and maintain a calm environment
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and the wider school team
The Ideal Candidate The school is looking for a graduate who is patient, proactive, resilient and genuinely passionate about supporting young people .
A degree in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Criminology, Childhood Studies or a related subject would be advantageous. Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
What matters most is your attitude, communication skills and willingness to learn . You will receive excellent exposure to specialist SEN practice while working alongside experienced professionals.
This is a long-term opportunity , ideal for a graduate who wants to develop a genuine understanding of SEND and build practical experience before pr...
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