Special needs teaching assistants Work, Jobs in Cleator, Cma (with Salaries)

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Sense Education —Whitehaven
- £14.60 - £16.90 an hour
- Temporary
- Working with children
- Psychology
- In-person
- Annual leave
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Early Years Teaching Assistant
Sense Education —Whitehaven
- £14.60 - £16.90 an hour
- Temporary
- Working with children
- In-person
- School
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Senior Teaching Assistant (ASC)
Cumbria Education Trust —Lowca
- £21,486.03 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Communication skills
9d
Teaching Assistant (SEND) MATERNITY COVER
Workington Academy —Workington
- £14,929 a year
- Part-time
- School
10d
Teaching Assistant (SEND) MATERNITY COVER
Cumbria Education Trust —Workington
- £14,929 a year
- Part-time
- School
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Early Years Teaching Assistant
Sense Education —Whitehaven
This is a chance to support young children with Autism, communication differences, and developmental delays as they begin their school journey—helping to build…
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APPRENTICE EARLY YEARS LEVEL 3
Lancashire County Council —Lancaster
Any kind of previous work with children or work experience in a school setting. Work closely with the Early Years team to plan and deliver high quality learning…
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Graduate Teaching Assistant

Sense Education -
Whitehaven

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Job details

Temporary | Part-time | Temp to perm | Full-time
£14.60 - £16.90 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Annual leave

Qualifications

Sociology
Working with children
Psychology
Youth work
NVQ
Teaching

Full job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Summary
Are you a university student or recent graduate curious about a future in education, SEND, or therapeutic work? Sense Education is hiring a graduate teaching assistant for a specialist setting in Whitehaven. This Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers a rewarding opportunity to gain meaningful experience in a nurturing specialist setting—perfect for anyone looking to develop their skills while supporting young people with additional needs.

The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll be part of a dedicated team in a special school in Leeds, supporting pupils with autism, communication differences, and sensory processing needs. Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff, you'll help pupils engage with learning, manage transitions, and access calming strategies like the sensory room. You’ll also support on educational trips, local outings, and help adapt classroom tasks to meet individual needs.

Your day-to-day may include:

Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
Using visual supports and sensory strategies
Encouraging communication, engagement, and emotional regulation
Helping deliver structured, inclusive classroom activities
Supporting during swimming sessions or therapeutic outings
Contributing to reviews and collaborative planning with staff and families

Who This Would Suit
This role is designed for individuals looking to transition their studies into practice. We welcome applications from:

Minimum qualifications required: A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification or a background in education or care (NVQ, CACHE, Degree, or equivalent)
Current students or graduates in psychology, education, childhood studies, social care, health, or the arts
People with experience in support work, care, or volunteering with children or young people
Anyone empathetic, patient, and curious about SEND, who wants to build experience in a school setting

The School
The school is a supportive, inclusive environment where children with autism and sensory needs are encouraged to thrive. Staff work collaboratively to create structured routines, creative learning opportunities, and a calm, respectful atmosphere. Pupils have access to sensory spaces and frequent hands-on experiences—from local trips to therapeutic activities.

Working Hours and Details

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm
Term time only
Location - Whitehaven
Role Type: Full Time / Part time/ Temp to perm
Pay Rate: £14.60 - £16.90 per hour

What’s In It for You

Competitive pay
No evenings or weekend work
Mentoring from experienced SEND professionals
Insight into therapy, education, and inclusive practice
Ideal foundation for a career in education, psychology or SEND support

Ready to take the first step into SEND education?
This is your chance to make a difference while developing your skills in a truly meaningful role.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: £14.60-£16.90 per hour

Work Location: In person

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