Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a Psychology, Drama, Sports, or Health & Social Care Graduate looking to take the first step in your career? Do you have a passion for supporting young people with special educational needs?

Role: Full Time SEN Teaching Assistant - 8:30 - 3:30 Pay: £92 - £105 per day Start Date: September - Summer Term 2026 Role type: Temp to Perm Contract - Term Time (with opportunity to extend) Location: Hackney

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic graduate in Psychology, Drama, Sports, or Health & Social Care to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant in a thriving "Outstanding" Special School located in Hackney.

This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate who is keen to gain hands-on experience in a Special School setting, particularly within the SEN sector. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will receive on-the-job education and training to help you develop the skills required for a future career in education, therapy, youth work, social care, or related fields.

The Role:

• Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position
• Based in a supportive SEN school in Hackney
• Assisting children with a range of learning and behavioural needs
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, and physical development
• Providing 1:1 and small group support

Ideal Candidate:

• Recent Psychology, Drama, Sports, or Health & Social Care Graduate
• Able to commit to a full-time role in Hackney

This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate to build practical experience that will support further studies or a career in education, therapy, social care, or teaching. The school, located in Hackney, offers a welcoming environment and access to ongoing education and training.

If you are a graduate in one of these fields and this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply now to start your SEN Teaching Assistant journey in Hackney!