Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN

TN United Kingdom; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking outstanding graduates for the Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN role in Gateshead. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to gain valuable experience while pursuing PGCE qualifications. The role involves supporting secondary students with learning difficulties in a nurturing environment. Candidates should possess empathy, patience, and strong organizational skills. This is a fantastic chance to make a difference in the lives of young learners while developing your teaching career. Positions start in June, July, and September 2025, making it an ideal time to join a supportive team.

Benefits

£100 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Recent graduates seeking PGCE qualifications are encouraged to apply.
• No prior experience needed but must be empathetic and a quick learner.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary students individually and in groups to improve outcomes.
• Assist with lesson planning in the future.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Organizational Skills

Relationship-Building

Confidence in Delivering Sessions

Proficiency in Maths

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree or Equivalent

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Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN, Gateshead

Client: GSL Education

Location: Gateshead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cb15560dfb8b

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

We are actively recruiting for a specialist SEN setting in Gateshead, seeking OUTSTANDING recent or upcoming graduates who plan to study PGCE qualifications and wish to gain SEN school experience in the meantime. This Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN role offers paid experience to support your further study ambitions.

The setting caters to learners aged 9-18 with ASD and SEMH. No prior experience is necessary, but you must be empathetic, a quick learner, and passionate about helping young people with learning difficulties. The setting is OFSTED graded 'Good' and provides a supportive, friendly environment.

We welcome graduates from any subject area with career goals in teaching. As part of a team of teaching assistants, you will support secondary students both individually and in groups, helping to improve academic outcomes and motivation. You may also assist with lesson planning in the future.

The role requires a Monday to Friday commitment, with working hours from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (to be confirmed). Positions start in June, July, and September 2025. We seek candidates with patience, kindness, tenacity, and strong relationship-building skills.

Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively alongside teachers and support students
• Confidence in delivering small, effective sessions
• Good proficiency in Maths and English
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply
• Kindness, enthusiasm, proactivity, and organizational skills
• Previous experience in schools or childcare is desirable but not essential
• A degree or equivalent
• Confident, friendly, and hardworking

Applicants should have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful candidates will undergo background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or applying for a new one.

GSL Education is committed to ethical, inclusive recruitment and providing quality staff across the North East. To apply or register interest, please submit your full, up-to-date CV. Our consultants will contact you.

We are currently offering £100 for successful referrals of teachers or teaching assistants. Feel free to refer suitable candidates!