Graduate Teaching Assistant - Ideal for Aspiring Teachers, ACADEMICS
Posted 4 days ago by Guardian Jobs
Negotiable
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Tower Hamlets, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Graduate Teaching Assistant role is designed for recent graduates aspiring to become primary school teachers, offering full-time classroom experience in a supportive environment. The position involves providing intervention support to pupils in KS1 and KS2, assisting teachers, and fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills before pursuing teacher training. The role is based in a welcoming primary school in Newham, starting in September.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2 with literacy and numeracy interventions
- Working 1:1 or with small groups of children who need additional support
- Assisting class teachers with planning and delivering engaging lessons
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
Key Skills:
- A graduate with a strong academic background (2:2 or above)
- Previous paid or voluntary experience working with children (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, youth work, classroom support)
- Passionate about pursuing a career in teaching or education
- Confident, patient, and able to build positive relationships with children and staff
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Newham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Education
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary | Ideal for Aspiring Teachers | September Start
Are you a recent graduate with aspirations to become a primary school teacher? Are you looking for a rewarding, full-time role where you can gain valuable classroom experience before embarking on your teacher training journey? A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Newham is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, and is perfect for someone passionate about education and eager to make a difference.
About the Role:
- Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant (Intervention Support)
- Start Date: September
- Location: Newham, East London
- Hours: Full-time (Monday - Friday)
- Contract: Term-time only (until July 2026, with potential to extend or train)
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2 with literacy and numeracy interventions
- Working 1:1 or with small groups of children who need additional support
- Assisting class teachers with planning and delivering engaging lessons
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
Ideal Candidate:
- A graduate with a strong academic background (2:2 or above)
- Previous paid or voluntary experience working with children (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, youth work, classroom support)
- Passionate about pursuing a career in teaching or education
- Confident, patient, and able to build positive relationships with children and staff
Why This Role?
- Paid school-based experience in a supportive environment
- Excellent opportunity to build your confidence and classroom skills
- Ideal preparation for teacher training or PGCE applications
- Join a forward-thinking school with a strong focus on inclusion and pupil progress
Apply Today! If you're an aspiring primary teacher eager to gain practical experience in a fantastic school, please send your CV to James at Academics.