Graduate Specialist SEND TA

Step Into Teaching Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organisation is seeking a SEND Graduate Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting children with additional needs. The role offers invaluable experience working in various educational settings, mentorship, and training tailored for careers in education or psychology. Responsibilities include 1:1 support with students, assisting in classrooms, and encouraging positive behavior. This is a meaningful opportunity for graduates considering careers in teaching or related fields.

Benefits

Specialist training in behaviour and communication

Mentorship from experienced SEND staff

Qualifications

• Graduate with a passion for working with children and young people with additional needs.
• Interest in teaching, SEN teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or mentoring.
• Must be based in or able to commute to South Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students who have autism, ADHD, learning difficulties.
• Support small groups with tailored learning and emotional regulation.
• Deliver parts of the curriculum by tutoring/teaching small groups.
• Assist with communication strategies and social skills interventions.
• Build trusting relationships with students to encourage independence.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Motivation

Resilience

Job description

Job description:

South Yorkshire: Sheffield, Doncaster, Barnsley, Rotherham

Opportunities in Primary, Secondary and Further Education SEND Settings

Are you a graduate who is passionate about inclusion and supporting young people with additional needs? Do you want a meaningful role where you can change lives, gain exceptional experience, and build a pathway into teaching or educational psychology?

If so, this SEND Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity with Step Into Teaching is the perfect place to begin.

We work with a wide range of schools including mainstream, specialist SEND schools, and further education settings, which gives you the opportunity to explore diverse environments and find the setting where you’ll make the biggest impact.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking graduates who are:

• Passionate about working with children and young people with additional needs
• Interested in careers such as teacher training, SEN teaching, educational psychology, therapy or mentoring
• Empathetic, patient, resilient and motivated
• Excellent communicators and positive role models
• Based in or able to commute to South Yorkshire

Whether you have prior experience or you’re just starting your journey, your attitude and commitment are what matter most.

What You’ll Gain

• Paid SEND experience: £480–£520 per week (term-time)
• Hands‑on experience in primary, secondary and FE SEND environments
• Specialist training in behaviour, communication, sensory needs, and classroom strategies
• Mentorship from experienced SEND staff and inclusion specialists
• A strong foundation for future routes such as PGCE, SEN teaching, Educational Psychology, or school‑based training
• The chance to develop resilience, confidence and the ability to support complex individual needs

This experience is invaluable if you’re considering a future in teaching, psychology, therapy or pastoral work.

What You’ll Be Doing as a SEND Graduate Teaching Assistant

Depending on your placement, you may:

• Work 1:1 with students who have autism, ADHD, learning difficulties or SEMH needs
• Support small groups with tailored learning and emotional regulation
• Deliver parts of the curriculum by tutoring/teaching small groups
• Assist with communication strategies, sensory routines, and social skills interventions
• Help implement EHCP targets and personalised support plans
• Support teachers in adapting lesson materials and behaviour strategies
• Build consistent, trusting relationships with students who need stability and understanding
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour

Every day, you will be a crucial part of helping students overcome barriers and succeed in their own way.

Why Step Into Teaching?

We specialise in preparing graduates for careers in education and SEND is one of the most rewarding paths you can take.

By joining our programme, you’ll gain the real‑life SEND experience, tailored training and guidance you need to build a future in:

• Teacher training
• SEN specialisms
• Educational Psychology
• Wellbeing or behaviour support
• Pastoral and inclusion roles

You’ll be supported every step of the way.