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Graduate Learning Support Assistant / Graduate Teaching Assistant
Russell Group, Oxbridge & Top University Graduates Wanted
Croydon, South London
September Start | Immediate Interviews Available
One-Year Fixed-Term Contract (Term Time Only)
Opportunity to Secure a Permanent Position
Competitive Salary £540 - £595 a week
Are you a Russell Group, Oxbridge, or Top University graduate looking to gain invaluable classroom experience before embarking on a teacher training programme, PGCE, Schools Direct, Educational Psychology doctorate, Speech and Language Therapy, or another education-related career pathway?
A highly regarded and inclusive all-through school in Croydon is seeking exceptional graduates to join its thriving support team for the upcoming academic year.
This is an outstanding opportunity to develop first-hand school experience, work alongside experienced teaching and SEN professionals, and build the skills and confidence needed for a successful career within education.
About The School
This successful all-through school educates pupils from primary through to secondary age and is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and ambitious environment where every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
The school has a strong track record of developing graduates who go on to secure places on highly competitive teacher training programmes and careers within psychology, therapy, and education. Staff benefit from outstanding mentoring, excellent professional development opportunities, and access to experienced educational practitioners.
Psychology Graduates – SEN Learning Support Opportunities
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We are particularly interested in hearing from Psychology graduates who are looking to gain specialist experience supporting children with additional needs.
The role will involve supporting pupils with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Moderate Learning Difficulties
- Speech and Language Needs
- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs)
- Anxiety and Emotional Regulation Difficulties
Working as a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide tailored support both inside and outside the classroom, helping pupils develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
This role is particularly suitable for aspiring:
- Educational Psychologists
- Clinical Psychologists
- Child Psychologists
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- SEN Teachers
- Primary and Secondary Teachers
Graduate Teaching Assistant Opportunities
We are also seeking high-calibre graduates from leading universities with degrees in:
- Education
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Psychology
- History
- Geography
- Languages
- Humanities
- Other National Curriculum subjects
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting pupils in the classroom across primary or secondary phases
- Delivering targeted English and Maths booster sessions
- Providing small-group intervention programmes
- Supporting Science lessons and practical activities
- Delivering one-to-one academic mentoring
- Supporting literacy and numeracy catch-up programmes
- Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities
- Promoting pupil engagement, confidence, and attainment
This is the ideal stepping stone for graduates considering a future career in teaching and looking to build meaningful classroom experience prior to commencing teacher training.
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Candidate Requirements
We are looking for candidates who possess:
- A degree from a Russell Group University, Oxford, Cambridge, or another top university
- A strong academic background, ideally with a 2:1 classification or above
- A genuine passion for education and supporting young people
- An interest in pursuing a teaching or education-related career
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to inspire, motivate, and engage pupils
- A proactive, positive, and resilient attitude
- Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
What The School Offers
- One-year fixed-term contract (term time only)
- Potential to move into a permanent position
- Exceptional preparation for teacher training programmes
- Experience across both primary and secondary phases
- Outstanding mentoring and professional support
- Hands-on SEN and intervention experience
- Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
- Supportive and welcoming school environment
- Fantastic experience for Educational Psychology and PGCE applications
- Immediate interviews available
Whether you are a Psychology graduate looking to develop specialist SEN experience or a high-achieving graduate from a leading university considering a future in teaching, this role offers an unrivalled opportunity to gain the classroom experience needed to launch your career.
Applications are being reviewed immediately. Due to the high level of interest expected, graduates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this exceptional opportunity.
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