Graduate Teaching Assistants - Secondary School, ACADEMICS

Graduate Teaching Assistants - Secondary School, ACADEMICS

Posted 4 days ago by Guardian Jobs

Negotiable
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Tower Hamlets, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Graduate Teaching Assistant involves supporting students in a secondary school setting in Tower Hamlets, starting in September. This full-time position is ideal for recent graduates aspiring to pursue a career in teaching, providing hands-on experience in an outstanding educational environment. Responsibilities include assisting teachers and providing support to students of varying abilities, including those with special educational needs. The position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and mentorship in a supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting pupils across all subject areas, including students with special educational needs (SEN)
  • Working closely with teachers to help plan and deliver high-quality lessons
  • Providing one-to-one and small group support to students of all abilities
  • Helping to create an inclusive, engaging, and positive learning environment

Key Skills:

  • A recent graduate
  • Some form of paid or voluntary experience working with young people (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, summer camps, youth work, classroom support)
  • Passionate about education and keen to explore a future in teaching
  • A proactive, confident, and enthusiastic approach to working in schools
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Tower Hamlets

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Graduate Teaching Assistants - Secondary School - Tower Hamlets - September Start Full-Time | Monday - Friday | Term Time | Ideal for Aspiring Teachers

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and experience working with young people? Are you considering a career in teaching and looking to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and outstanding secondary school environment? I am currently recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants for a highly regarded secondary school in Tower Hamlets. This full-time role will begin in September and is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are thinking about pursuing teacher training in the near future.

About the Role:

  • Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant
  • Start Date: September
  • Location: Tower Hamlets, London
  • Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
  • Salary: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supporting pupils across all subject areas, including students with special educational needs (SEN)
  • Working closely with teachers to help plan and deliver high-quality lessons
  • Providing one-to-one and small group support to students of all abilities
  • Helping to create an inclusive, engaging, and positive learning environment

About You:

  • A recent graduate
  • Some form of paid or voluntary experience working with young people (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, summer camps, youth work, classroom support)
  • Passionate about education and keen to explore a future in teaching
  • A proactive, confident, and enthusiastic approach to working in schools
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Why Join This School?

  • Rated Outstanding by Ofsted - a high-performing and supportive environment
  • Excellent mentoring and development for aspiring teachers
  • A welcoming and inclusive school community in the heart of Tower Hamlets
  • Opportunity to work alongside experienced educators and SEN professionals

This is a fantastic stepping stone for anyone considering a career in teaching. Many of our Graduate Teaching Assistants go on to teacher training programmes within the school or through other routes.

Apply Now If you're a motivated graduate ready to make a difference and gain invaluable classroom experience, we'd love to hear from you.