Graduate SEN Learning Support Assistant

Step Into Teaching Limited; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a Qualified SEN Teacher. This full-time role, starting ASAP, focuses on nurturing students with complex needs in small groups. Candidates should hold a degree and have a passion for teaching, demonstrating flexibility and interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £543 and £580 per week with opportunities for teacher training. Applicants must email their CV, and a DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience working in education (e.g., as a Teaching Assistant).
• Ability to see beyond behaviour, supporting students with Adverse Childhood Experiences.
• Demonstrate a passion for teaching and ability to inspire students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons to small groups of students.
• Support and inspire students helping them overcome barriers to learning.
• Gain hands-on teaching experience and training.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to manage behaviour positively

Flexibility and self-motivation

Education

2:1 or above degree

Job description

Step Into Teaching

is supporting an exceptional SENSchool in Lambeth that is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of teachers. This is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable teaching experience and develop the skills needed to become a Qualified SEN Teacheror progressin to thearpy roles while making a significant impact on students with complexneeds.

If you arepassionate, committed, and desire to support learners with complex needs and behaviours, we would love to hear from you. This is a highly rewarding role for someone who wants to inspire curiosity and foster a love for learning among students who require a supportive, dependable, and empathetic graduate teacher.

The Role

• Work alongside a qualified teacher to deliver engaging lessons to small groups of students (8-11per class).
• Develop creative, supportive approaches to teaching subjects such as History, Geography, and English, tailored to the needs of SEMH learners.
• Support and inspire students from KS2- KS5, helping them overcome barriers to learning.
• Learn from experienced mentors, including psychotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), and Occupational Therapists.
• Gain hands-on teaching experience with full training provided while earning a competitive salary.

The Opportunity

• Specialist Therapeutic SENSchool environment.
• Small class sizes (2:8 ratios) with two teachers supporting groups of 8-11 students.
• Full-time role (Monday – Friday) starting ASAP and continuing until July 2026 and beyond.
• Salary: £543–£580.00 per week depending on experience.
• Opportunity to progress toTeacher Training after completing this placement.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Hold a 2:1 or above degree
• Demonstrate a passion for teaching and the ability to inspire students in Humanities subjects.
• Have the ability to see beyond behaviour, supporting students with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and fostering their development.
• Manage behaviour positively and in line with the school’s ethos and policies.
• Show flexibility, self-motivation, and a genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and staff.
• Deliver well-structured 1:1 and small group intervention sessions.
• Have at least 1 year of experience working in education (e.g., as a Teaching Assistant, Mentor, or Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, Tutor).

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ and email your CV to [e-mail]. This role requires a DBS check.

***Step into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check***

***We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.***