Graduate Teaching Assistant- Gloucester

Academics; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Professional development

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Gloucester to support children with special educational needs. You will work under teachers and the SENCo to implement personalised learning plans, promote inclusion, and adapt activities for individual needs.

This full-time role offers practical classroom experience and the chance to develop skills for careers in education, psychology, or child development in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic graduate with a genuine interest in SEN.
• Degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach.
• Experience working with children or young people (formal or informal) is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a range of SEN needs in 1:1 and group settings.
• Assist with the implementation of personalised learning plans designed by the class teacher and SENCo.
• Encourage inclusion, independence, and engagement among pupils
• Adapt learning materials and activities to suit individual needs
• Collaborate with teaching staff, therapists, and families to support student progress

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexible/adaptable

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education, or related field

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Gloucester

Are you a graduate passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? Do you want to gain practical classroom experience in an inclusive school before pursuing a career in education, psychology, or child development?

A highly regarded school in Gloucester is looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their friendly and dedicated team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates to make a positive impact on children's lives while developing valuable skills for careers such as educational psychology, teaching, or speech and language therapy.

Key Responsibilities of a Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Support children with a range of SEN needs in 1:1 and group settings.
• Assist with the implementation of personalised learning plans designed by the class teacher and SENCo.
• Encourage inclusion, independence, and engagement among pupils
• Adapt learning materials and activities to suit individual needs
• Collaborate with teaching staff, therapists, and families to support student progress

Candidate Requirements

• A caring, patient, and enthusiastic graduate with a genuine interest in SEN
• Degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field is desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach
• Experience working with children or young people (formal or informal) is beneficial but not essential

What the School Offers

• Supportive and experienced staff team
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Practical classroom experience and insight into SEN provision
• Competitive daily pay (£90-£105: Depending on experience)

Role Details

• Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Location: Gloucester
• Start: ASAP
• Pay: £90- £105 per day (Depending on Experience)
• Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm

Graduate Teaching Assistant- Gloucester

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