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Graduate Teaching Assistant – Special School, South Birmingham
Are you a recent graduate looking to build a career supporting young people with special educational needs? A specialist secondary school in South Birmingham is looking to appoint a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the full academic year. This is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience supporting Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils with autism and moderate learning difficulties, making it an ideal stepping stone into teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or occupational therapy.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
£85 - £100 per day
September 2026 – July 2027
Specialist Secondary School – South Birmingham
Supporting Key Stage 3 & 4 pupils with Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside experienced teachers to support students throughout the school day. You'll provide classroom support, deliver personalised 1-2-1 and small group interventions, and help pupils develop their communication, literacy, numeracy, and independence skills. You'll adapt learning activities to meet individual needs, encourage positive engagement, and celebrate every achievement as students progress towards their personal and academic goals.
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The Candidate
This role is perfectly suited to a graduate with a genuine interest in special educational needs and a desire to build a career working with young people. Whether you're planning to become a SEND teacher, educational psychologist, therapist, or another education professional, this role will provide invaluable practical experience. You should be patient, adaptable, and confident building positive relationships with students who require consistent encouragement and support.
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The School
This specialist school in South Birmingham is recognised for providing an exceptional learning environment for pupils with additional needs. The school boasts outstanding specialist facilities, purpose-built learning spaces, and an extensive range of resources designed to help every student flourish. Staff work within a highly supportive and collaborative team where professional development is actively encouraged, making this an outstanding opportunity for graduates looking to gain meaningful SEND experience in a well-established and respected school.
Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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