Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting?
Do you have previous experience working with young people in a paid or voluntary capacity?
Are you considering a career in teaching and seeking a full-time role before starting teacher training?
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School
Location: Hackney, East London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £94 - £112 per day PAYE or umbrella
I am are working with a highly respected secondary school in Hackney, East London, which has an excellent track record of supporting graduates as they begin their teaching journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school community and build your classroom experience in preparation for a PGCE or teacher training programme.
About the Role:
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
Work closely with students aged 11-16 across a range of subjects
Support pupils with varying needs both in and out of the classroom
Assist teachers in delivering lessons and managing classroom behaviour
Provide one-to-one and small group support to help raise attainment
Gain first-hand experience of school life and the teaching profession
Requirements:
A recent graduate in any subject (education-related degrees desirable but not essential)
Previous experience working with young people (this can be in a school, youth work, mentoring, tutoring, coaching, or voluntary role)
A genuine interest in education and a desire to pursue a career in teaching
Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Available full-time from September 2025
Why Join This School?
Well-established support for graduates entering education
A positive, inclusive, and well-led environment
Ideal stepping stone into teacher training
Located in the vibrant borough of Hackney, with excellent transport links
To apply to this teaching assistant role please send your CV to James at Academics for immediate short listing.
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