Graduate teaching assistant

• Graduate Teaching Assistants Required
• September 2026
• Mainstream & SEND Schools
• Full-time and Part-time opportunities
• London

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and young people in schools?

Philosophy Education is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants for a range of full-time positions starting in September across London. We work with both mainstream primary and secondary schools, as well as specialist settings supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

These roles offer an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, build classroom experience and make a real difference to pupils' learning and development.

Opportunities Available

We are currently recruiting for:

• Graduate Teaching Assistants in Primary Schools
• Graduate Teaching Assistants in Secondary Schools
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Learning Support Assistants
• Autism Support Assistants
• Behaviour Mentors
• Intervention Teaching Assistants
• Specialist School Support Roles

Positions are available across London boroughs and include both mainstream and specialist provisions.

Who Would Suit These Roles?

These positions are particularly suitable for graduates considering careers in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Social Work
• Youth Work
• Special Educational Needs

We welcome applications from graduates of all degree subjects.

The Role

Depending on the school and setting, responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils in class and during small-group activities
• Delivering targeted intervention sessions
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Working alongside teachers and SEN professionals
• Helping to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For

• A graduate with a degree in any subject
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, proactive and professional approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.

Why Work with Philosophy Education?

• Full-time opportunities starting in September
• Positions available across London
• Opportunities in both mainstream and specialist schools
• Excellent experience for aspiring education professionals
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Potential pathways into teacher training and permanent school roles

About Philosophy Education

Philosophy Education is a specialist education recruitment agency working with schools across London. We recruit teachers, teaching assistants and support staff for daily supply, long-term and permanent positions.

Our experienced team is committed to helping graduates find rewarding school-based opportunities that provide valuable experience and support future career ambitions.

Apply Today

If you are a graduate looking to start a rewarding career in education or gain school-based experience before further training, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss suitable opportunities for September.

All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks in line with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within 3 days from the initial review date, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of multiple clients.