English Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN Support) – Secondary School

About the role

This position offers a recent English graduate the chance to gain hands‑on experience in a welcoming secondary school environment. You will work closely with the English department to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them access the curriculum and build confidence.

Key responsibilities

• Assist SEN pupils during English lessons, providing one‑to‑one and small‑group support.
• Collaborate with experienced teachers to deliver engaging literacy activities.
• Deliver targeted interventions for students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Speech & Language difficulties.
• Support the development of reading comprehension, writing, spelling and grammar skills.
• Encourage independence, confidence and active participation in class.

Required profile

• Degree in English, English Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism or a related subject.
• Strong passion for education and supporting young people.
• Interest in teaching, SEND, educational psychology or pastoral care.
• Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary).

Required skills

• None (no specific technical skills listed).

What we offer

• Valuable classroom experience in a secondary school setting.
• Exposure to SEN provision and intervention strategies.
• Opportunity to develop a career pathway in education, SEND or related fields.