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Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Behaviour & SEND Support Assistant
Primary School
Full-time and part-time roles available
Location: North LondonAre you a Criminology graduate with a keen interest in child development, behaviour, and safeguarding? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young children in a school setting?
We are working with a number of Primary schools across North London seeking caring, confident, and proactive graduates to support pupils aged 4–11 with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and behavioural challenges.
In this role, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND and behavioural needs
Assist with classroom management, emotional regulation, and individual learning plans
Implement targeted intervention strategies in collaboration with the SENCO and class teacher
Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, independence, and self-esteem
Work closely with external agencies, including CAMHS, therapists, and safeguarding teams, where appropriateFlexible work options
We have full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant contracts available in primary schools across North London.
We are also looking for Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistants to work on a more flexible cover basis with immediate starts. This is ideal if you just want to work a few days in local primary schools, or want to build experience across various year groups. Supply Teaching Assistant work can be provided in advance and first thing in the morning to cover absences.
We welcome applicants who:
Hold a Criminology (or related) degree
Have experience working with children – ideally in education, mentoring, youth work, or mental health
Are enthusiastic, resilient, and genuinely passionate about supporting children with additional needs
Are available to work immediately or from the upcoming academic termTeaching Assistant roles are ideal for Criminology graduates who want to make a real difference while developing valuable experience in areas such as early intervention, child psychology and educational support.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a brief covering note outlining your interest and relevant experience
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients
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