Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant

Job description

Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant (Training Programme)

Brighton & Surrounding Areas | £85–£105 per day | Full Training Provided

Looking to build a meaningful career working with children?

Join our Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant Programme and gain paid, hands-on experience supporting pupils with additional needs—while receiving structured training and ongoing support.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates considering careers in teaching, psychology, social work, or therapy.

As a Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism, SEMH, speech & language needs, and complex needs
• Work across primary, secondary, or specialist school settings
• Help pupils engage with learning, manage behaviour, and build confidence
• Make a real difference to students’ academic and emotional development

You’ll be placed in schools across Brighton and surrounding areas, with opportunities tailored to your interests.

• Paid training pathway into education
• Immediate classroom experience from day one
• Clear progression routes into teaching or specialist careers
• Ongoing support from experienced educators and consultants
• Opportunity to specialise in areas like Autism, SEMH, or Speech & Language

• Access to 300+ CPD training modules (Autism, Behaviour, Phonics, Safeguarding & more)
• Practical skills in:
• Behaviour management & de-escalation
• Supporting additional needs
• Inclusive classroom practice
• Valuable, long-term experience in education settings

We’re looking for graduates who are:

• Passionate about working with children or young people
• Interested in education, SEND, or mental health
• Empathetic, patient, and resilient
• Confident supporting behaviour and building relationships
• Eager to learn and develop professionally

Requirements:

• A university degree (within the last 5 years)
• Experience with children is desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Driver preferred but not essential

Psychology graduates are especially encouraged to apply.

Our Early Career Teaching Assistant Programme combines:

• On-the-job school experience
• A structured CPD programme designed by former senior school leaders
• Training delivered in partnership with Creative Education

You’ll learn how to:

• Support pupils with Autism, SEMH, and complex needs
• Apply effective behaviour strategies
• Create inclusive learning environments
• Maximise your impact in the classroom

• Competitive daily pay:£85–£105 (dependent on experience)
• Flexible placements to suit your goals
• Ongoing career guidance and support

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How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brighton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £85.00 and £105.00 Per Hour

Published at

09-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English