Graduate Support Assistant (Lancaster) – Primary School Opportunities
Location: Lancaster
Role: Graduate Learning Assistant (Primary School)
Full-time | Term-time only
Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)
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Calling All Graduates!
Are you a recent graduate in Psychology, Youth Work, or a core academic subject (English, Maths, Science, etc.) looking to gain hands-on experience in education?
We are recruiting enthusiastic and motivated graduates to support primary school settings across the Lancaster area, working closely with children to support their academic, social, and emotional development.
This is an excellent stepping stone for those considering careers in:
* Teaching (PGCE / Schools Direct)
* Educational Psychology
* SEN / Inclusion support
* Youth and community work
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The Role
As a Graduate Learning Assistant, you will:
* ✅ Support classroom teachers with daily learning activities
* ✅ Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils requiring additional support
* ✅ Assist children with learning needs, including SEND, behavioural needs, or lower attainment
* ✅ Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and confidence
* ✅ Help create an inclusive, safe, and stimulating learning environment
* ✅ Gain valuable insight into the day-to-day life of a primary school
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Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from graduates who are:
* Degree-educated (Psychology, Youth Work, Education, or core subjects preferred)
* Passionate about working with children and young people
* Patient, empathetic, and adaptable
* Keen to develop a career in education or child development
* Interested in supporting children with additional learning or emotional needs
* Proactive and willing to learn on the job
Previous experience working with children (schools, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work) is desirable but not essential.
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What You’ll Gain
* ⭐ Hands-on classroom experience in a supportive primary school
* ⭐ Opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals
* ⭐ Insight into safeguarding, behaviour management, and differentiated learning
* ⭐ A strong foundation for teacher training or further study
* ⭐ Ongoing support and guidance throughout your placement
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Requirements
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* Right to work in the UK
* Two references covering the last 2 years
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Apply Now
If you’re a graduate looking to make a real difference in a child’s life while gaining invaluable experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or contact us to find out more about roles available in the Lacaster and surrounding areas.
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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