Graduate Education Support Assistant
About the company
Aspire People are recruiting graduates who are looking to use their degree and transferable skills within a primary school environment.
Your tasks
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
- Helping children access classroom learning
- Supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs
- Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Supporting social and communication development
- Assisting with classroom activities and interventions
- Building positive relationships with pupils
- Working alongside teachers and support staff
- Monitoring and feeding back on pupil progress
Requirements
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are passionate about working with children and considering a career in education, SEND, psychology, pastoral support or teaching.
We are particularly interested in graduates from subjects such as:
- Psychology / Child Psychology
- Child Development
- Childhood Studies
- Education
- Sociology
- Criminology
- Counselling
- Youth Studies
- Health and Social Care
- Other subjects with relevant transferable skills
The Ideal Candidate
- Degree educated in a relevant or transferable subject
- Genuine interest in working with children and young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patient, empathetic and approachable
- Interested in developing a career within education, SEND or child development
- Previous experience with children is desirable but not essential
- Willing to learn and develop within a school environment
This role is particularly suited to graduates looking to gain practical school experience before progressing into careers such as:
- Teaching
- Educational Psychology
- SEND
- Pastoral Support
- Child Development
- Youth Work
- Counselling
What we offer
Why Work with Aspire People?
- Gain valuable UK school experience
- Flexible and long-term opportunities
- Competitive daily rates
- Dedicated consultant support
- Opportunities to progress into Teaching Assistant and education roles
- Experience that can support future careers working with children
If you're a graduate looking to turn your academic background into practical experience working with children, apply today.
How to apply
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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Psychology, Child Development & Related Subjects Primary Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Aspire People