Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

Teaching Personnel; Bury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a specialist secondary school in Bury, supporting students aged 11-16 with autism and SEND. The role focuses on helping pupils access learning and develop communication and social skills.

Ideal candidates will have a degree and prior school-based experience, with a genuine passion for inclusive education and progress in SEND. Training and safeguarding checks will be provided as part of joining our team.

Qualifications

• Degree in any subject required.
• Previous experience working in a school setting is essential.
• Experience supporting students with SEND, autism and/or communication needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students throughout the school day, in and out of the classroom.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Help develop students' communication, independence and emotional regulation skills.
• Work with teachers and specialist staff to deliver tailored support strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent routines and a nurturing approach.
• Create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Team player

Education

Degree in any subject

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant | Specialist Secondary School | Bury

Are you a graduate with school-based experience and a passion for supporting young people with additional needs?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary school supporting students aged 11-16 with autism and social, language and communication needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to build a career in education, SEND, psychology, therapy or teaching while making a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

• Support students throughout the school day, both in and out of the classroom
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Help develop students' communication, independence and emotional regulation skills
• Work closely with teachers and specialist staff to deliver tailored support strategies
• Promote positive behaviour through consistent routines and a nurturing approach
• Create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment

• A degree in any subject
• Previous experience working in a school setting is essential
• Experience supporting students with SEND, autism and/or communication needs is essential
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable young people
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, resilient and proactive approach
• A team player who shares our values of Student-Centred, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence

Small class sizes and excellent staff-to-student ratios

Supportive and highly experienced specialist team

Ongoing training and professional development

Ideal experience for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists and SEND professionals

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's educational journeys

If you're a graduate with school and SEN experience and are passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.