Graduate Learning Support Assistant

Graduate Learning Support Assistant - Primary Schools Across Leeds

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term opportunities
Suitable for: Graduates seeking a career in teaching or working with children/young people

Are you a recent graduate looking to take the first step into a career in education? Do you have a passion for supporting children's learning and making a positive impact in the classroom? We are recruiting enthusiastic Graduate Learning Support Assistants to join a range of vibrant inner-city primary schools across Leeds.

About the Role

You will be working across Early Years, KS1, and KS2, supporting pupils with:

• General classroom learning
• Behaviour and engagement
• English as an Additional Language (EAL)
• Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Small groups and 1:1 interventions

These roles offer invaluable hands-on experience for anyone considering teacher training, educational psychology, or a long-term career working with children.

We're Looking For Graduates Who:

• Are passionate about working with children and young people
• Have strong communication skills and confidence in the classroom
• Show resilience and positive behaviour management
• Can take direction well from the class teacher
• Are proactive, committed, and ready to get fully involved

What the Schools Offer:

• Supportive staff teams in large, diverse primary schools
• Opportunities to work with pupils from a range of backgrounds
• Real classroom experience to help you progress into a teaching career
• Ongoing training and guidance

This is the perfect stepping stone into education - gain the experience, skills, and confidence you need to build a rewarding career.

To apply please email a CV and cover letter to (url removed) or call Emma Bjelan on (phone number removed).

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.'