Baker Education is looking for top graduates to work directly with young people with unique learning and development needs within a specialist school setting. You will be trained as a Teaching Assistant, supporting young people who require additional support in school. This opportunity is particularly relevant for individuals aspiring to enter into a career in psychology, education or mental health services.
We are seeking top graduates to work with young people in primary & secondary schools, including special education and mental health education settings. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for young people and mental health, looking to build a career in education, mental health or related fields.
The schools available are based in Southampton and surrounding areas - all of these schools support a range of children, including those with a range of complex learning needs such as physical, sensory and behavioural. We have several positions available to start from September 2026 - you will be paid between £450-£500 per week, depending on your experience to date.
Benefits of the role
- ~6-6.5 hour working day (Break not included)
- Incredibly rewarding job role
- Experience working alongside mental health and education professionals
- Your own personal career mentor from Baker Education to support your long term career progression and development.
Requirements for the role
- Experience working with young people in either a volunteering or professional capacity
- Excellent ability to build connections with young people of all backgrounds
- Positive, welcoming and patient
- Ability to motivate and inspire young people
Submit your resume or CV today!
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Please note:
- All applicants require the Right to Work in the UK.
- 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.
Baker Education 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’. All candidates will undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm, Graduate
Pay: £450.00-£500.00 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Canteen
- Discounted or free food
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work Monday to Friday from ~8:30am - 3:30pm during term time?
- Are you able to drive to work or will you be using public transport?
- Are you able to travel to work at a school in Southampton and surrounding areas?
- What is the full postcode you will be traveling from?
- Do you require visa sponsorship?
- Do you have a notice period? (If so please specify)
- In a few sentences please tell us why you would like to be part of a team supporting young people with learning and development needs?
- Do you have any direct experience working with young people (aged 5-18) in either a voluntary or professional capacity (if so please provide a short description)?
Education:
Language:
- English fluently (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
