Health and Social Care Graduate - Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Bury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is recruiting for a Health & Social Care Graduate Teaching Assistant in Radcliffe, Bury. You will support pupils aged 4–11 with complex needs, working with teachers and therapists to provide tailored assistance and independence in learning.

This role is ideal for graduates aiming for careers in education, SEND, nursing, social work, or healthcare, with a welcoming team and ongoing professional development. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Health & Social Care or related subject.
• Passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to individual pupil needs.
• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to support personal care as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 4–11 with complex learning, physical, communication and sensory needs.
• Assist with personal care and medical needs where required.
• Help pupils engage in classroom activities with tailored support.
• Promote communication, social interaction and emotional wellbeing.
• Support sensory integration and regulation strategies.
• Collaborate with therapists and other professionals.
• Encourage independence and celebrate individual achievements.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience & empathy

Compassionate

Education

Degree in Health & Social Care or related subject

Job description

Health & Social Care Graduate Teaching Assistant

Radcliffe, Bury

Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Full-Time or Day to Day | Term Time Only

Immediate Start Available

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a specialist primary school in Radcliffe that supports pupils aged 4-11 with complex needs. We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Health & Social Care Graduates who are looking to gain valuable experience supporting children with a range of additional needs in a highly rewarding educational setting.

This role is ideal for graduates considering careers in education, SEND, nursing, social work, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, psychology, or healthcare.

The Role

As a Health & Social Care Graduate, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to help pupils access learning and develop independence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils aged 4-11 with complex learning, physical, communication, and sensory needs
• Assisting with personal care and medical needs where required
• Helping pupils engage in classroom activities through tailored support
• Promoting communication, social interaction, and emotional wellbeing
• Supporting sensory integration and regulation strategies
• Working alongside speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals
• Encouraging independence and celebrating individual achievements
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff
• Maintaining a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• A degree in Health & Social Care or a related subject
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of each pupil
• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential
• A willingness to support personal care as part of the role

What the School Offers

A welcoming and supportive team environment

Excellent opportunities for professional development

Experience working within a specialist complex needs setting

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and their families

Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind consultantThis is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate seeking hands-on experience within a specialist primary setting and looking to develop a career supporting children with complex SEND needs.

Safeguarding Statement

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.