Graduate Teaching Assistant
| Job title: | Graduate Teaching Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Leicester |
| Industry: | SEND |
| Salary: | £95 - £105 per day |
| Reference: | 0000336522_1772035999 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Matt@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - All-Through SEN School - LeicesterLocation: Leicester
Position: Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Salary: £95 - £105 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Recruitment Agency: Aspire People
Aspire People is excited to be working with an outstanding all-through SEN school in Leicester, seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate, particularly with a degree in Psychology or a related field, to gain valuable experience supporting students with special educational needs in a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
Providing 1:1 support to students with a range of special educational needs, helping them access the curriculum and develop essential skills.
Assisting in small group sessions to support social development, collaborative learning, and peer relationships.
Collaborating with teachers to implement individual education plans (IEPs), ensuring that each student receives tailored support based on their unique needs.
Helping to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel safe, engaged, and supported in their learning.
Being a part of a committed team, working closely with specialists to track progress and adapt strategies to support each child's development.
Offering support in managing classroom behaviour, encouraging independence and self-confidence in students.
What We Need From You:
A degree in Psychology or a related field (e.g., Child Development, Special Educational Needs, etc.).
Previous experience working with children, preferably within a special educational needs (SEN) setting, is an advantage.
A genuine interest in working with children and supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
The ability to work 5 days a week, providing consistent support and helping create an environment conducive to learning and development.
A compassionate, patient, and proactive attitude, with a flexible approach to supporting students' needs.
Why Aspire People?
Aspire People is a well-established recruitment agency committed to placing talented professionals in rewarding educational roles. Our partnership with this all-through SEN school in Leicester gives you the chance to be part of a team that is dedicated to providing the best support for children with special educational needs. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career in education, especially if you're considering a future in educational psychology, therapy, or SEN teaching.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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