Graduate Opportunities in Secondary Schools – All Roles Welcome - Newham and Tower Hamlets
Location: Tower Hamlets/Newham
Contract Type: Full-time / Term-time only / Part - time / Permanent
Salary: £90-100 per day
Start Date: As soon as possible
Ready to inspire the next generation?
We’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated graduates from all degree disciplines to join our growing network of secondary schools in Tower Hamlets and Newham. Whether you're exploring a career in education or seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference, we offer a variety of positions to match your skills, interests, and career goals.
About the Roles
We have opportunities available in both classroom-based and wider school-support areas, including:
Teaching & Learning Support
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Subject Specialist Assistant (English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Languages, etc.)
SEN (Special Educational Needs) Support Assistant
Behaviour Mentor / Pastoral Assistant
Pathways Into Teaching
Trainee Teacher (with full training and mentoring)
School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) placements
Paid Teacher Training routes
School Operations & Professional Support
Administration and Student Services
Attendance Support
Data & Exams Assistant
IT & Digital Learning Support
Cover Supervisor (leading lessons in the absence of a teacher)
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from graduates who:
Are passionate about working with young people
Have strong communication and teamwork skills
Are reliable, proactive and positive in their approach
Bring enthusiasm for their subject or specialist area
Are open to developing their skills and progressing within education
Prior school experience is not required—full training, guidance and ongoing support will be provided.
What We Offer
A rewarding role with real impact
Comprehensive training and professional development
Clear progression routes, including opportunities to move into teaching
Supportive school communities and experienced mentors
Competitive salary packages depending on role and experience
Why Start Your Career in a School?
Working in a secondary school gives you the chance to:
Build valuable professional skills (leadership, communication, organisation)
Gain hands-on experience before committing to teacher training
Make a meaningful difference in students’ lives every day
Join a sector with clear career pathways and long-term opportunities
Why Work for Protocol?
Choosing Protocol means joining an organisation that puts people first. We specialise in connecting passionate graduates with rewarding roles in schools, and we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way. When you work with Protocol, you benefit from:
✔ Personalised Support
A dedicated consultant who gets to know you, your goals, and your strengths — ensuring you’re matched with the right school and the right role.
✔ Exclusive School Partnerships
Access to a wide network of secondary schools, offering consistent work, long-term placements, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
✔ Weekly Pay
Competitive daily rates of £90–£100, paid weekly, with complete transparency and no hidden deductions.
✔ Free Training & Development
Ongoing CPD, classroom management training, safeguarding courses, and structured pathways into teacher training.
✔ Clear Career Routes
Whether you want to explore teaching, pastoral work, SEN support, or school operations, we help you build experience that opens doors.
✔ Friendly, Responsive Team
We pride ourselves on being approachable, honest, and supportive — from your first call to your first day in school and beyond.
How to Apply
If you’re a motivated graduate looking to start a purposeful and engaging career in education, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today by sending your CV and a short statement outlining your interest to (url removed)
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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