Graduate Teaching Assistant

Aspire People Limited; Chatterton; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 16,605; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Opportunities across a range of school

Flexible working options including FT,

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to support schools across Bury and surrounding areas, including mainstream and SEN provisions. This role is ideal for graduates seeking practical experience with children and young people and to build a foundation for careers in education and psychology.

You will work with teachers and support staff, deliver 1:1 or small-group interventions, help with behaviour support, and adapt activities to individual needs while developing your

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant subject area.
• Interest in working with children or young people.
• Proactive and reliable approach.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons, adapting activities to suit individual needs.
• Provide 1:1 or small group intervention where required.
• Assist with behaviour support and emotional regulation.
• Use communication strategies and structured approaches.
• Support pupils across mainstream and specialist settings.
• Work as part of a team with teachers and support staff.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Calm and adaptable

Interest in SEN

Education

Psychology

Counselling or Psychotherapy

Speech and Language Therapy

Education Studies

Childhood or Youth Studies

Other social science subjects

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - BuryAspire People is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to support schools across Bury and the surrounding areas, including mainstream schools, specialist SEN provisions, Pupil Referral Units and Alternative Provisions. These roles are ideal for graduates looking to gain practical, hands‑on experience working with children and young people with a range of additional needs. This is a valuable opportunity to develop classroom skills, complement your academic studies and build a strong foundation for careers in education, psychology and related fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons, adapting activities to suit individual needs
• Provide 1:1 or small group intervention where required
• Assist with behaviour support and emotional regulation
• Use communication strategies and structured approaches
• Support pupils across mainstream and specialist settings
• Work as part of a team with teachers and support staff
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

We Are Looking For Graduates In

• Psychology
• Counselling or Psychotherapy
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Education Studies
• Childhood or Youth Studies
• Other related social science subjects

Your Skills and Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in SEN, behaviour support or child development
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach
• Awareness of behaviour management or de‑escalation strategies
• Willingness to learn and develop in a school setting

Career Development Opportunities

• Progress into Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology
• Apply for a PGCE or teacher training course
• Build a career in education, SEN or youth support
• Gain experience across different school environments before specialising

Requirements

• A degree in a relevant subject area
• Interest in working with children or young people
• A proactive and reliable approach
• Willingness to complete safeguarding and pre‑employment checks

What We Offer You

• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities across a range of school settings in Bury
• Flexible working options including full time, part time and supply
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Pathways into long term and permanent roles

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.