Graduate Teaching Assistant; GTA)

Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)
Graduate Teaching Assistant

Bristol | Full-Time & Flexible Opportunities | Immediate Starts Available

Looking to start a meaningful career working with young people?

If you've recently graduated and are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, a Graduate Teaching Assistant position could be the perfect opportunity.

Whether you're interested in education, psychology, youth work, social care, speech and language therapy, mental health, or simply want to gain valuable professional experience after university, this role offers hands-on experience supporting children and young people in schools across Bristol.

No previous school experience is required. We provide ongoing support and opportunities to develop the skills needed to succeed in education settings.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside teachers and support staff to help pupils thrive both academically and personally.

You may be:

✅ Supporting students in lessons on a one-to-one or small group basis

✅ Helping pupils build confidence, engagement and independence

✅ Assisting children with additional learning, communication or behavioural needs

✅ Supporting social, emotional and mental wellbeing

✅ Encouraging positive behaviour and participation

✅ Working as part of a wider school team to create an inclusive learning environment

Gain Valuable Experience In

Mainstream Primary Schools
Mainstream Secondary Schools
Specialist SEN Schools
SEMH Schools
Alternative Provision Settings
Resource Bases and Inclusion Units
This varied experience can provide excellent foundations for careers in education, psychology, social care, therapy, youth work and other child-focused professions.

Ideal Degree Backgrounds

We welcome graduates from a wide range of disciplines, including:

Psychology
Education Studies
Sociology
Criminology
Childhood Studies
Social Work
Health & Social Care
Sport & Exercise Science
Sports Coaching
English
Mathematics
History
Graduates from other degree subjects are also encouraged to apply if they have a passion for supporting young people.

We're Looking For People Who Are:

✔ Passionate about helping children reach their potential

✔ Positive, resilient and adaptable

✔ Strong communicators and team players

✔ Enthusiastic about learning and professional development

✔ Looking for a role with purpose and impact

What We Offer

Paid experience in schools across Bristol
Flexible working options available
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Long-term and permanent opportunities available
Experience working with a wide range of pupils and settings
A chance to make a genuine difference every day

Start Your Career in Education

Whether you already know you want to work in education or you're exploring careers that involve supporting children and young people, this role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience, develop transferable skills and build a rewarding career.

Apply today to begin your journey as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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