At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and help them thrive in their learning journey.
- Company: Milk Education, a trusted agency connecting graduates with local schools.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, ongoing training, and dedicated support.
- Other info: Opportunities for personal growth and career development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while gaining valuable classroom experience.
- Qualifications: Recent graduate with a passion for education and strong communication skills.
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, clinical psychology, or a role within education? Milk Education is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants in Godalming, Guildford, Byfleet, Addlestone and Surrey areas to support fantastic schools across Surrey. This role is perfect for graduates who are passionate about supporting children and young people and want to make a real difference in their learning, development, and wellbeing.
Whether you have studied Psychology, Education, Criminology, English, Maths, Science, Sport, or another degree, this opportunity will help you develop valuable skills and experience within a specialist education setting.
The RoleAs a Graduate Teaching Assistant in a SEN school, you will work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to provide support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEND and SEMH needs. Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Helping students access learning and develop confidence
- Supporting children with additional learning needs
- Assisting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
- Building positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and independence
- Providing emotional and pastoral support where required
- A recent university graduate - all degree subjects considered
- A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A patient, positive, and adaptable approach
- Previous experience working with children, young people, SEND, or care settings is beneficial but not essential
- Based in or able to commute to Guildford and surrounding Surrey areas
- Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
- Placements matched to your skills, experience, and career goals
- Access to trusted SEN schools across Surrey
- 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour
- Ongoing training through Milk Academy
- Free resources and support to help you succeed in the classroom
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
This Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Dorking areas is a fantastic opportunity for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in education while making a positive impact on young people's lives.
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines. Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
1:1 Teaching Assistant in Godalming employer: AMA Admin
Milk Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic environment for aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialists in Bradford. With a focus on professional development and valuable classroom experience, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying consistent hours and a positive school culture. Join us to build your career in education and contribute to a thriving community.
