Education Graduate Teaching Assistant

Education Graduate Teaching Assistant

Bristol
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunities
Start Date: ASAP
Ideal for Education Studies, Childhood Studies & Child Development Graduates

Recently completed an Education-related degree and looking to put your knowledge into practice?

I am recruiting Education Graduate Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream secondary schools across Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to gain valuable school-based experience while supporting young people to achieve their full potential. Whether your long-term goal is teaching, educational psychology, SEND, pastoral support or a wider educational career, this role will provide hands-on experience within a secondary school environment.

You'll work closely with teachers, support staff and students, developing a practical understanding of how schools operate while making a meaningful difference to young people's educational journeys.

✅ About the Role

As an Education Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 lessons
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Assist students with their learning, organisation and engagement
• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support students with SEND and additional learning needs
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Promote confidence, independence and positive learning habits
• Build strong relationships with students and staff
• Gain first-hand experience of secondary education

No two days are the same, offering a fantastic opportunity to develop a broad range of educational skills.

✅ Who This Role Suits

We would particularly like to hear from graduates in:

• Education Studies
• Childhood Studies
• Child Development
• Education & Psychology
• Youth Studies
• Special Educational Needs
• Early Childhood Studies
• Teaching & Learning Degrees
• Child & Family Studies

Graduates from related disciplines with relevant experience supporting young people are also encouraged to apply.

✅ What You'll Gain

Through this role, you'll develop:

✅ Classroom management skills

✅ Behaviour management strategies

✅ Understanding of SEND and inclusion

✅ Experience supporting a range of learning needs

✅ Knowledge of safeguarding practices

✅ Experience working alongside education professionals

✅ Confidence supporting secondary-aged students

✅ A strong foundation for future careers in education

✅ What We're Looking For

We're seeking graduates who are:

✔ Passionate about supporting young people

✔ Interested in pursuing a career within education

✔ Strong communicators

✔ Patient and approachable

✔ Reliable and professional

✔ Adaptable and willing to learn

✔ Comfortable supporting a variety of learning needs and abilities

✔ Positive role models for young people

✅ Relevant Experience

Previous experience working with children or young people is highly desirable and may include:

• Tutoring
• Youth Work
• Volunteering
• Classroom Experience
• SEND Support
• Sports Coaching
• Holiday Camps
• Mentoring
• Residential Childcare
• Community Programmes

Transferable experience is welcomed.

✅ Why Apply?

• Gain meaningful experience within secondary education
• Strengthen future PGCE, Schools Direct or teacher training applications
• Explore different pathways within education
• Develop practical skills alongside experienced professionals
• Access ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Dedicated support throughout your placement

Apply Today

If you're an Education graduate looking to gain valuable school experience while making a real difference to young people's lives, I'd love to hear from you.

Emilia Harris
emilia.harris@teachingpersonnel.com
0117 239 1557

Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.

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