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Graduate Teaching Assistants
We're currently seeking Graduate Teaching Assistants in the Leeds area, and wed love for you to be part of our team! If you're a graduate passionate about making a positive impact in the world of education, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
Why Choose a Career with Sense Education?
Working as a SEND Teaching Assistant is not just a jobit's an inspiring, rewarding path that will allow you to truly make a difference in the lives of young learners. Whether you're considering a career in education or looking to gain hands-on experience, this role offers a fantastic introduction to the world of teaching, with the chance to develop your skills and discover your potential as an educator.
We welcome graduates from all backgrounds, particularly those with degrees in Childhood Studies, Psychology, Criminology, Health and Social Care, Sports Studies, Drama, and more. Your unique knowledge and skills could be exactly what we need to support our students and enhance their learning experiences.
What Were Looking For
We are searching for graduates who:
- Are patient, kind, and genuinely caringqualities that can make all the difference in a childs learning journey
- Are strong communicators, capable of engaging effectively with both pupils and staff
- Bring reliability, consistency, and a positive attitude to everything they do
- Take the time to understand each pupils unique needs and challenges
- Are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, youll have the opportunity to work in diverse classrooms and with pupils whose needs best match your skills and interests. You might support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism, physical disabilities, and more.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Working closely with the teaching team to help deliver personalised education plans for pupils with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs)
- Supporting students to reach their potential, both academically and socially
- Collaborating with educational specialists such as Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, and Art Therapists
- Contributing to a safe, nurturing, and motivating environment where pupils feel valued and supported
With Sense Education, youll gain invaluable experience and have the chance to broaden your skillset. Were here to support you with initial training, ongoing development, and the opportunity to grow your career in education.
Why Join Us?
- Gain practical experience in a range of SEND settings
- Work alongside an inspiring, supportive team
- Receive training and development to build your career in education
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners
This is your chance to make a lasting impact, grow your skills, and work alongside a team that values your passion and dedication. If youre excited about the opportunity to support, educate, and nurture, wed love to hear from you!
For more information, visit us at senseeducation.co.uk
Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.
