Graduate Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent Part Time |
| Location | Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire |
| Area | Middlesbrough, United KingdomRedcar, United KingdomDarlington, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Special Education - SEN Support Staff |
| Salary | £95 - £105 per day |
| Start Date | September |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | EH-GTA_1787225498 |
| Job Views | 39 |
- Description
Graduate Teaching Assistants
- Ideal for Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Sports, Education Studies & More
- Short & Long‑Term Roles | Immediate Starts Available
- Start September 2026
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 (ehyland@veritas-education.com) at Veritas Education for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
