Graduate Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Primary Teacher - Tower Hamlets - September 2026 Start
Are you passionate about pursuing a career in Primary Education and looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant role from September 2026?
Would you like to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive and welcoming primary school?
Are you interested in a role that offers hands-on experience with opportunities to progress into teacher training?
Academics is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly supportive and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant / Aspiring Primary Teacher for a September 2026 start.
This opportunity is ideal for a graduate from any academic background who is looking to gain school-based experience before embarking on a PGCE, School Direct, or another teacher training route. The school has an excellent reputation for supporting individuals who are passionate about education and committed to making a positive difference to children's learning and development.
Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.
Pay: £95-£100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: September 2026 - July 2027 (term time only)
Opportunities: Clear teacher training pathways available
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced teachers across KS1 and KS2, supporting pupils with both their academic progress and social development. You will gain practical experience delivering small group interventions, supporting classroom learning, and working with children with additional learning needs, including SEND.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* A degree in any subject
* A genuine passion for becoming a Primary Teacher
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* A positive, patient, and enthusiastic attitude
* Experience working with children (desirable but not essential) through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, volunteering, childcare, or school placements
* A willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to school life
What the School Offers:
* Excellent classroom experience for aspiring primary teachers
* A supportive and experienced leadership team
* Opportunities to work across EYFS, KS1, KS2, and SEND
* Ongoing training and professional development
* A clear pathway into teacher training and long-term careers in education
* Excellent transport links across East London
Apply Now
If you are an aspiring primary teacher looking to gain invaluable school-based experience in Tower Hamlets, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV to be considered for this exciting Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity. xsngvjr
Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews will be arranged shortly.