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Graduate Teaching Assistant - SEND / SEMH Suppor

£92 - £95 per day
Full-time

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain meaningful experience working with children and young people?

We are currently recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in schools supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs
  • Help students engage with learning and reach their full potential
  • Support children with a range of needs, including behavioural, emotional, and learning challenges
  • Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored support plans
  • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in graduates with degrees in:

  • Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Sports Science / Coaching
  • Education or related fields

You will be:

  • Calm and resilient in challenging situations
  • Patient and adaptable , with a positive approach
  • Passionate about supporting young people
  • Considering a future career in roles such as:
    • Educational Psychology
    • Teaching
    • Youth Work
    • Social Work
    • Mental Health Support
What We Offer

As an agency, we are committed to supporting your development. We provide:

  • Team Teach Level 2 Training
  • Safeguarding Training
  • Thrive Training
  • Ongoing support and guidance throughout your placement
  • Excellent classroom-based experience to build your career pathway
Why Apply?

This role is a fantastic opportunity to:

  • Gain hands-on experience in schools
  • Develop key skills in behaviour management and communication
  • Make a real difference in the lives of young people
  • Strengthen your CV for future careers in education, psychology, or support work

Apply today to start building a rewarding career supporting young people and making a real impact in education.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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