Early Childhood Study Graduates

Early Childhood Study Graduates- SEN Learning Support Assistant 

Location: Newport, NP20

Pay: £92.63 per day

Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available

Just graduated in Early Childhood Studies and wondering what's next?

If you're passionate about supporting children and want to gain valuable hands-on experience, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We're looking for caring, enthusiastic graduates to join a specialist SEN school where you'll make a real difference every day. Whether you're considering a future career in education, psychology, speech and language therapy, social work, or SEN teaching, this role will give you invaluable experience working directly with children who need extra support to thrive.

Why choose SEN?

Make a genuine impact on children's lives
Gain practical experience that employers love to see
Work alongside experienced teachers and specialist staff
Develop skills in behaviour support, communication, and child development
Build confidence before progressing into your long-term career

What you'll be doing:

Supporting pupils in a nurturing and structured learning environment
Working with small groups of learners (typically 5–8 pupils)
Providing occasional 1:1 support where needed
Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Assisting children with autism, communication needs, sensory differences, and developmental delays
Helping pupils achieve personal and educational goals

About the school:

This welcoming SEN school supports learners aged 3–19 with a range of Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), PMLD, and communication or physical disabilities.

The school is known for its supportive team culture, excellent training opportunities, and commitment to helping every child develop confidence, independence, and life skills.

What we're looking for:

✔ Degree in Early Childhood Studies (or a related subject)
✔ Passion for working with children and young people
✔ Patient, caring, and resilient approach
✔ Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
✔ EWC Registration (support provided)
✔ Previous SEN experience is welcome but not required

Ready to start making a difference?

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain meaningful experience, build their CV, and begin a rewarding career supporting children with additional learning needs.

Apply today by submitting your CV- shortlisting and interviews will be taking place within 3 days of application. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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