Social Science Graduate

Social Science Graduate - Explore a Career in EducationLocation: Canterbury and East Kent (Canterbury, Ashford, Thanet, Dover, Folkestone & Hythe and surrounding areas)Pay: £93 -£100 per day (depending on role and experience)Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time | Long-Term, Short-Term & Permanent OpportunitiesStart Date: Immediate - Roles Available Once Cleared for WorkSocial Science GraduateHave you completed a Social Science degree and are considering a career working with children or young people?Tradewind Recruitment is working with a wide range of mainstream and specialist SEN schools across Canterbury and the East Kent area, offering rewarding opportunities for graduates looking to gain valuable experience before progressing into careers in teaching, educational psychology, social work, youth justice, counselling, mental health or other child-focused professions.We are recruiting Social Science graduates for a variety of education support roles, including:Teaching AssistantLearning Support Assistant (LSA)SEN Teaching AssistantBehaviour MentorPastoral MentorClassroom Support AssistantSEMH Support AssistantInclusion Support AssistantYou could be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including:Autism (ASC)ADHDSocial, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needsSpeech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)Physical disabilities and complex needsChallenging behaviourThe RoleSupport pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.Help students access learning and achieve their individual goals.Build positive relationships that promote confidence, engagement and independence.Work closely with teachers and wider school staff to support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.Ideal For Graduates InPsychologySociologyCriminologyChildhood StudiesSocial PolicyEducation StudiesHealth & Social CareSocial WorkYouth & Community StudiesAnthropology or other Social Science subjectsWe Are Looking ForGraduates with a genuine interest in education and supporting young people.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.A positive, resilient and proactive approach.Experience working with children or young people through volunteering, coaching, mentoring, tutoring or care work is beneficial but not essential.An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?Opportunities in both mainstream and specialist SEN schools across East Kent.Roles available immediately once your compliance checks are complete.Flexible and long-term opportunities to suit your career goals.Competitive daily rates of pay.Weekly PAYE pay.Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant throughout your education journey.If you're ready to gain hands-on experience in education while making a genuine difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to begin your career in education with Tradewind Recruitment and access immediate opportunities across Canterbury and the wider East Kent area.