Graduate Learning Support Assistant - Primary Schools (Temp to Perm)

Location: Multiple Primary Schools

Contract: Full‑time, Temp to Perm

Start Date: ASAP or September

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a recent graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in education? Do you have a passion for helping children thrive and the drive to make a real difference in the classroom? We are seeking enthusiastic and committed Graduate Learning Support Assistants to join our partnered primary schools, with full‑time roles available immediately.

About the Role

As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and senior staff to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils who need additional help
• Assisting with phonics, reading, maths and general classroom activities
• Supporting children with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and speech & language needs
• Helping manage classroom behaviour and promoting positive routines
• Preparing learning resources and contributing to activity planning
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

What We're Looking For

• A recent graduate (any subject welcome), ideally with strong literacy and numeracy
• A passion for education, child development, or SEND
• Confidence, resilience, and a genuine desire to support young learners
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Previous experience working with children (school, tutoring, volunteering, mentoring, coaching) is highly desirable but not essential

Why Apply?

• Full‑time roles with immediate start
• Fantastic opportunities to gain hands‑on classroom experience
• Temp‑to‑perm pathway for candidates who excel
• A supportive school environment that invests in staff
• Ideal preparation for future careers such as teaching, psychology, educational therapy or social work

How to Apply

If you're ready to begin your career in education and want a role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and a brief statement to ebjelan@veritas-education.com about why you're interested in working in primary education or for further information please call Emma Bjelan on 0113 4032200.

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.