Graduate Teaching Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference GRAD TA_1793120404
Closing date November 27, 2026
Location Wakefield, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Wakefield and surrounding areas

The Role:

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work on a part-time basis for KS2 ages in Wakefield and surrounding areas. We are looking to recruit graduates or those who are close to graduating for you to get some experience after studying! We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help change the lives of young children. You will need a good understanding of the National Curriculum and be able to create an inclusive, inspiring environment that supports pupils with their learning. You could be supporting children with a wide range of needs so your learning approach will need to be adapted to meet needs.

  • You will be assisting in the delivering and engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum, to meet the needs of the children.
  • Create an inclusive and nurturing classroom environment that encourages a love for learning.
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers to support children.
  • Comfortable working with children with SEND and diverse needs.

    • The School and Requirements:

    No previous experience is essential but a willingness to learn and adapt to new schools' policies and ethos will be required.

  • You can demonstrate strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage and motivate learners.
  • Excellent communication to be able to build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
  • Have a proactive, positive and adaptable approach.

    • Why Choose Veritas Education?

  • Veritas Education are a well-established education recruitment company, working across the Leeds, Yorkshire and Northeast regions, working with a large number of different schools, settings and educational trusts.
  • We offer a number of CPD courses and training to our staff members, where they can access over 80 different courses free of charge, to help develop your sector knowledge and skill set!
  • A specialist consultant on hand to help support you through the registration process, bookings and your career steps!
  • Veritas Education can offer Team Teach Level 2 to all of their support staff and teachers.

    • For further information, please contact Mia Wheeler on 0113 403 2200 - mwheeler@veritas-education.com

    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.'

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