Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Ideal for Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Sports, Education Studies & More
• Short & Long-Term Roles | Immediate Starts Available

Are you a recent graduate looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs?

Veritas Education is working closely with a range of mainstream and SEN schools across Teesside, and we are seeking passionate, resilient and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistants from a variety of academic backgrounds.

These roles offer exceptional hands-on experience for anyone considering careers in education, SEN, psychology, social care, youth work, or behaviour support.

Who We're Looking For:

We welcome graduates from a wide range of degree subjects, including:

• Psychology
• Criminology
• Education Studies
• Sociology
• Health & Social Care
• Sports Science / Coaching
• Social Work / Youth Work
• Counselling or Mental Health related degrees
• STEM subjects (Maths, Science, Computing)
• Childhood Studies
• English / Creative Writing
• Performing Arts / Drama
• Art & Design

If you have the passion, empathy, and resilience to support children with additional needs, we want to hear from you - regardless of whether you have direct school experience.

What the Role Involves:

• Supporting pupils with a wide range of SEN needs (ASC, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and complex needs)
• Working on a 1:1 basis or with small groups
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and behaviour support
• Helping create a supportive and structured learning environment
• Building positive, meaningful relationships with pupils

Positions Available:

• Short-term supply
• Long-term ongoing roles
• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Roles available across mainstream, specialist SEN settings and alternative provisions

Training & Compliance Support

Veritas can support you with:

• A new enhanced DBS if needed
• Specialist SEN training, including safeguarding, behaviour management, de-escalation, autism awareness, and more
• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant

Locations

Opportunities available across the Teesside region, including: Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hartlepool, Darlington, Redcar & Cleveland, Billingham, and surrounding areas.

Apply Today

Whether you're exploring a future career in teaching, psychology, social care or pastoral support, this is the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable experience and make an impact.

Apply now or contact Ed Hyland (

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Marton-In-Cleveland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £105.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English