Graduate Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Leeds. This role offers hands-on experience supporting children across primary settings, including SEN support and behavioural and emotional learning challenges. A recent degree in Education Studies, Psychology, Childhood Studies or related subject is ideal.

DBS checks and references are required as part of the application process. Opportunities span from daily supply to short-term or longer placements, with flexible working options

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Education Studies, Psychology, Childhood Studies or related subject.
• Willingness to undertake Enhanced DBS disclosure and safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people across Early Years to Key Stage 2.
• Assist with classroom learning, behaviour support and inclusive practices.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to deliver learning activities.

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Recently Graduated and Ready to Start Your Career in Education?

Have you recently completed your university degree and are looking to take your first steps into the education sector?

Have you gained experience through placements, volunteering, or working with children during your studies?

Are you a graduate in Education Studies, Psychology, Childhood Studies, Family Support, or a related subject and keen to find your first professional role within education?

About the Role

Veritas Education works in partnership with a wide range of primary schools across Leeds. We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated graduates to join our schools as Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants.

These opportunities provide invaluable hands‑on experience supporting children and young people across a variety of educational settings, from Early Years through to Key Stage 2.

Whether you're interested in supporting classroom learning, working with pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), or helping students overcome behavioural and emotional barriers to learning, we have roles to suit your skills and career aspirations.

What We Offer

• Valuable paid experience within a range of primary schools
• Access to high-quality online and face-to-face training programmes
• Flexible work options including daily supply, short-term assignments, long-term placements, and permanent opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay with ongoing support from the Veritas Education team
• Excellent experience for graduates considering a PGCE, teacher training, educational psychology, social work, or other child-focused careers

Why Become a Teaching Assistant?

Working as a Teaching Assistant is one of the best ways to gain practical experience within education. You'll develop essential skills in classroom management, communication, behaviour support, and inclusive learning practices while making a genuine difference to young people's lives.

Application Requirements for Veritas Education

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.

You must have legal right to work in the UK.

You must be willing to attend a registration interview. Veritas Education works with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.