Graduate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Part-Time

📍 Location: Near Newbury, Berkshire
💼 Contract: Part-time, Term-time Only
🕓 Hours: Monday–Friday, 1:15pm–3:15pm (10 hours per week)
📅 Start Date: September 2026
💰 Pay: £13.00–£17.00 per hour
 
❓ Are you a graduate looking to build hands-on experience supporting a child with additional needs?
❓ Are you a Graduate considering a career in Teaching, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy or Occupational Therapy?
If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience while making a meaningful difference to a child’s education.
 
🏫 About the School
A friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school near Newbury is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Graduate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated support for a pupil with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and high sensory needs.

Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO, you will help the pupil access learning, develop communication skills and feel confident within the classroom.
 
🎯 The Role
As a Graduate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil during afternoon lessons.
• Support a child with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and high sensory needs.
• Use sensory strategies to help the pupil regulate, engage and participate in learning.
• Encourage communication, confidence, independence and positive social interaction.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement personalised support strategies.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil and celebrate their progress.

 
👤 Person Specification
We’re looking for someone who is:

• A graduate in Psychology, Education, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Health & Social Care, or a related subject (desirable).
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, calm and nurturing.
• Keen to build experience within SEN and child development.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.

 
🌟 What You’ll Gain

• Valuable 1:1 SEN experience within a supportive mainstream primary school.
• Hands-on experience supporting a child with SLCN and sensory needs.
• Ongoing support from an experienced school team.
• Excellent preparation for careers in Teaching, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and other child-focused professions.
• Competitive pay of £13.00–£17.00 per hour.

 
📩 How to Apply
If you’re looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can make a genuine difference while building valuable SEN experience, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence on 07484 906662 or Eleanor.chessun-lawrence@pertempseducation.co.uk for more information.
🗓️ Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.