Graduate Teaching Assistant

Milk Education; Woking; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants in Woking and surrounding areas to support fantastic SEN schools across Surrey. This role is perfect for graduates who want to gain classroom experience before pursuing careers in teaching, educational psychology, clinical psychology, or roles within education.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, helping learners access activities and

Qualifications

• A recent university graduate — all degree subjects considered.
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, positive and adaptable approach.
• Based in or able to commute to Guildford and surrounding Surrey areas.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping students access learning and develop confidence
• Supporting children with additional learning needs
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
• Building positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and independence
• Providing emotional and pastoral support where required

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient and adaptable

Education

Recent university degree

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEN Schools

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, clinical psychology, or a role within education?

Milk Education is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants in Woking & surrounding areas to support fantastic SEN schools across Surrey. This role is perfect for graduates who are passionate about supporting children and young people and want to make a real difference in their learning, development, and wellbeing.

Whether you have studied Psychology, Education, Criminology, English, Maths, Science, Sport, or another degree, this opportunity will help you develop valuable skills and experience within a specialist education setting.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant in a SEN school, you will work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to provide support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEND and SEMH needs.

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping students access learning and develop confidence
• Supporting children with additional learning needs
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
• Building positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and independence
• Providing emotional and pastoral support where required

What We’re Looking For

• A recent university graduate – all degree subjects considered
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, positive, and adaptable approach
• Previous experience working with children, young people, SEND, or care settings is beneficial but not essential
• Based in or able to commute to Guildford and surrounding Surrey areas

Why Choose Milk Education?

• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Placements matched to your skills, experience, and career goals
• Access to trusted SEN schools across Surrey
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour
• Ongoing training through Milk Academy
• Free resources and support to help you succeed in the classroom
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Guildford is a fantastic opportunity for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in education while making a positive impact on young people's lives.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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