Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

Hackney, East London | September Start | Full-Time | Excellent Pre-Teacher Training Opportunity

Are you a graduate with ambitions of becoming a secondary school teacher?

Are you planning to begin a PGCE or teacher training programme in the future and looking to gain invaluable classroom experience first?

Have you gained experience working with young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, volunteering or another role?

If so, this Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity could be the perfect next step.

An outstanding secondary school in Hackney is seeking enthusiastic and motivated graduates to join their support team from September. This full-time Teaching Assistant role offers exceptional school-based experience for aspiring teachers looking to develop their classroom skills before progressing into teacher training.

Working alongside experienced teachers, you will support students across Years 7-11, helping individuals and small groups to achieve their full potential. You''ll gain first-hand experience of outstanding teaching practice while building the confidence and skills needed for a successful teaching career.

The Role

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Full-time, Monday to Friday

September start

Supporting students across Years 7-11

Working alongside experienced teachers in an Outstanding secondary school

Excellent preparation for PGCE or teacher training

The Ideal Candidate

A graduate with aspirations of becoming a secondary school teacher

Previous experience working with young people, either paid or voluntary

Experience may include tutoring, mentoring, sports coaching, youth work, school placements, overseas teaching, or similar

Enthusiastic, proactive and passionate about education

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful classroom experience in a supportive and high-achieving secondary school before embarking on a career in teaching.

To apply, please send your CV to James at Academics.