Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediately
Contract: Daily supply, Long term

Are you a graduate with a passion for making a difference in education?

GSL Education are seeking a motivated Graduates to join as Teaching Assistant at an outstanding school inGateshead. Specialising in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), this role can be your first step toward a rewarding career in education.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant (TA), you’ll work closely with teachers and other staff to provide tailored support for students with special educational needs (SEN). This exciting opportunity is ideal for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEN.
• Assist in the delivery of personalised learning plans.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Support classroom management and ensure a safe, engaging setting for learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCOs to adapt teaching strategies.
• Help students develop essential social and emotional skills.

Requirements for the Teaching Assistant Role:

• A recent graduate with a keen interest in education.
• Experience or a strong interest in working with SEN students.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet diverse student needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: Earn between £87 - £108 per day, based on experience.
• Career Development: Gain experience in a specialised role that can lead to teaching or SEN careers.
• Flexibility: Choose from daily supply or long-term contracts to suit your schedule.
• Supportive Environment: Work in an outstanding school with a collaborative team.
• Professional Guidance: Ongoing support from our dedicated consultants.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Gateshead!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. 

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.