Graduate Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs in a specialist school near Loughborough. This full-time role starts in August 2025 and requires a degree in Psychology, Sports Science, or Education. Excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting children are essential. Competitive pay and career development are included.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm contract

Supportive learning environment

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Sports Science, Education, or a related subject.
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with SEMH needs.
• Strong communication skills, resilience, and empathy.
• Available full-time from August 2025.
• An enhanced DBS check (child workforce) on the Update Service - or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs.
• Collaborate with specialist teachers to create a safe learning environment.
• Provide focused support both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Apply knowledge in psychology, sport or education to inspire students.

Skills

Support children and young people

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Degree in Psychology, Sports Science, Education, or related subject

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Psychology, Sports or Education Graduates Welcome!

Graduate Teaching Assistant Job near Loughborough (LE12) Full-Time 90- 100 per day Temp-to-Perm

Are you a Psychology Graduate, Sports Graduate or Education Graduate looking for Graduate Teaching Assistant jobs in Loughborough? This is an excellent opportunity to start your career in a specialist SEMH school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from August 2025.

Benefits of This Graduate Teaching Assistant Role in an SEMH School:

• A fantastic first step into education for any Psychology Graduate or Sports Graduate.

• No previous classroom experience required - perfect Graduate Teaching Assistant role.

• Graduate Teaching Assistant trial day offered quickly to secure your position.

• Join a modern, purpose-built SEMH school, not a mainstream setting.

• Competitive pay: 90- 100 per day.

• Temp-to-perm contract available for long-term career development.

• Excellent location - only 3 miles from Loughborough University.

Graduate Teaching Assistant Role Details:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30am-3:30pm).

• Work within an SEMH school supporting pupils with Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs.

• Collaborate with specialist teachers to create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

• Provide focused support both 1:1 and in small groups.

• Apply your background in psychology, sport or education to inspire and motivate young people.

Graduate Teaching Assistant Requirements:

• A degree in Psychology, Sports Science, Education, or a related subject.

• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with SEMH needs.

• Strong communication skills, resilience, and empathy.

• Available full-time from August 2025.

• An enhanced DBS check (child workforce) on the Update Service - or willingness to obtain one.

Apply Now - Graduate Teaching Assistant Jobs in an SEMH School near Loughborough

If you're a Psychology Graduate, Sports Graduate, or aspiring teacher, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role in a specialist SEMH school could be the ideal start to your career in education. Apply today with your CV, and Adam at Long Term Futures will be in touch with successful candidates about the next steps.