At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and help them thrive in a classroom setting.
- Company: Milk Education, dedicated to making a positive impact in education.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, ongoing training, and access to trusted SEN schools.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and dedicated consultant support.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while making a real difference in young people's lives.
- Qualifications: Recent graduate with a passion for supporting children and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEN Schools
Woking, Surrey
Up to £115 per day | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
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 Woking & surrounding areas to support fantastic SEN 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 Role
As 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
What We’re Looking For
- 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
Why Choose Milk Education?
- 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 Guildford is a fantastic opportunity for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in education while making a positive impact on young people's lives. Interested? Apply today or contact Izzie at Milk Education for more information.
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.
Locations
Graduate Teaching Assistant in Surrey, Woking employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer for recent graduates seeking to make a meaningful impact in education. With flexible full-time and part-time opportunities, ongoing training through the Milk Academy, and dedicated consultant support, employees are empowered to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Located in Woking, Surrey, this role offers the chance to work in trusted SEN schools, ensuring that you can contribute positively to the learning and wellbeing of children and young people.
