Graduate teaching assistant - primary school

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Newham, East London

Start Date: September 2026

Full Time | Monday - Friday | Full Academic Year (Until July 2027)

Ofsted: Outstanding

Ideal pre PGCE/teacher training experience

Are you a graduate with aspirations of becoming a primary school teacher? Are you looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before starting your teacher training?

An exceptional primary school in Newham, East London, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team from September 2026 through to July 2027.

About the Role:

Full-time position (Monday to Friday)

Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2

Working closely with class teachers and SEN staff

Providing 1:1 and group interventions

Gaining valuable experience ahead of a PGCE or teacher training course

This Role is Perfect for you if you:

Are a recent graduate (any discipline considered, education-related subjects advantageous)

Have recent paid or voluntary experience working with children (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, summer camps, classroom assistance)

Are passionate about education and supporting young learners

Are considering a future in teaching and want to build hands-on experience in a high-achieving school

Why join this school?

Be part of a high-performing and inclusive school community

Work alongside experienced educators who mentor and support aspiring teachers

Gain extensive experience that strengthens your future teacher training application

Join a school with a proven track record of successfully supporting graduates into teacher training programmes

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take the first step in your teaching journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to James @ Academics