Job Description:

Part-Time Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Speech & Language Specialist School
Location: Motspur Park, South West London
Contract: Part-time | Long-term opportunity
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £108.35 per day

Part-Time Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Psychology & Sociology Graduates

Are you a Psychology or Sociology graduate looking to gain specialist experience supporting children and young people with speech, language and communication needs?

Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with an independent specialist SEN school in Motspur Park to recruit a compassionate, motivated and enthusiastic Part-Time Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialist educational setting supporting pupils who require tailored support with communication, social interaction, learning and emotional development.

If you are considering a future career in educational psychology, clinical psychology, speech and language therapy, child development, occupational therapy or specialist teaching, this role offers valuable experience working alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.

Psychology, Sociology, Speech and Language, Education and related degree graduates are particularly encouraged to apply.

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with special educational needs, helping them develop communication skills, access learning and build confidence in a structured and nurturing environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with speech, language and communication needs.
• Supporting children with autism (ASC), social communication difficulties and associated learning needs.
• Helping pupils develop expressive and receptive communication skills through structured activities and everyday classroom interactions.
• Supporting access to the curriculum through differentiated tasks and individualised learning strategies.
• Encouraging social interaction, emotional regulation and positive relationships with peers.
• Using visual aids, communication resources and strategies recommended by the school's specialist team.
• Promoting independence, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants and speech and language professionals to support pupils' individual targets.

The school is keen to hear from graduates who are passionate about communication, child development and inclusive education.

You may be an ideal candidate if you have:

• A degree in Psychology, Sociology, Speech and Language, Education, Linguistics or a related subject.
• A genuine interest in speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), autism and child development.
• Experience supporting children through schools, nurseries, tutoring, mentoring, volunteering or care settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with different needs.
• A willingness to learn specialist communication strategies and follow guidance from experienced professionals.

Previous experience in a specialist SEN school is advantageous but not essential for candidates who demonstrate the right attitude and transferable skills.

Why Apply?

• Specialist school experience: Develop your understanding of speech, language and communication needs.
• Graduate career development: Gain relevant experience for future careers in psychology, speech and language therapy, education or child development.
• Part-time flexibility: Build experience around other commitments.
• Professional learning: Work alongside experienced educators and specialist professionals.
• Meaningful impact: Help pupils develop essential communication, learning and independence skills.
• Ongoing agency support: Receive support from Pertemps Education Network throughout your placement.

To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on:

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