Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant

Academics; Ealing; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant in Ealing, West London to join a supportive, inclusive team. The role focuses on assisting students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs to access learning.

You will work with teaching and SEN/pastoral staff, building relationships and applying safeguarding standards while contributing to a positive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, psychology, SEN, youth work, mentoring, counselling or pastoral care is welcome.
• Prior TA/LSA experience is helpful but graduates with transferable skills are encouraged to apply.
• Salary determined by qualifications and experience in line with policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Help students access learning and participate positively in school life.
• Support development of emotional literacy, resilience, confidence and social skills.
• Implement behaviour and inclusion strategies with SENCO and pastoral teams.
• Build positive relationships with students and act as a supportive adult.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff, parents and external professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Pastoral support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant opportunity in Ealing, West London - ASAP start

Are you a graduate looking to build a rewarding career in education, psychology, SEN or pastoral support?

A high-performing secondary school in Ealing, West London is seeking a Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant to join its supportive and inclusive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about working with young people and wants to gain valuable experience supporting students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.

About the School - Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant, Ealing

This successful secondary school has a strong reputation for academic achievement, pastoral care and inclusive education. The school provides a supportive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve their potential.

The successful Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant will join a collaborative team committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring that all students receive the support they need to succeed.

The Role - Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant, Ealing

As a Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant, you will work closely with teaching, SEN and pastoral staff to support students both inside and outside the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include: Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant, Ealing

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to students with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Supporting students to access learning and participate positively in school life
• Helping students develop emotional literacy, resilience, confidence and social skills
• Implementing behaviour and inclusion strategies under the guidance of the SENCO and pastoral team
• Building positive, trusting relationships with students and acting as a consistent and supportive adult
• Supporting students who may experience barriers to learning, attendance, engagement or behaviour
• Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, parents/carers and external professionals
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding and confidentiality

What We Are Looking For - Graduate Inclusion Support Assistant

The school would welcome applications from graduates and candidates with experience in education, psychology, SEN, youth work, mentoring, counselling, behaviour support or pastoral care.

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Graduate Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, Mentor or Youth Worker would be advantageous, although graduates with strong transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.