Aspiring Primary School Teacher - Graduate Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious primary school in Newham, East London, seeks a Graduate Teaching Assistant starting in September 2025. This full-time role offers recent graduates a chance to gain valuable classroom experience and support young learners while preparing for future teacher training. The school provides a supportive environment with mentorship from experienced educators, creating a pathway for aspiring teachers.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced educators

High-performing school community

Strengthen future teacher training applications

Qualifications

• Recent graduates (any discipline considered, education-related subjects advantageous).
• Experience working with children (e.g., tutoring, mentoring).

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Provide 1:1 and group interventions.
• Work closely with class teachers and SEN staff.

Skills

Passion for education

Classroom assistance

Tutoring

Mentoring

Education

Recent graduate (any discipline)

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Location: Newham, East London

Start Date: September 2025

Full Time Monday - Friday, Full Academic Year (Until July 2026)

Ofsted: Outstanding

Ideal pre-PGCE/teacher training experience

Are you a recent graduate with aspirations of becoming a primary school teacher? Are you looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before starting your teacher training?

An exceptional primary school in Newham, East London, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team from September 2025 through to July 2026.

About the Role:

• Full-time position (Monday to Friday)
• Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Working closely with class teachers and SEN staff
• Providing 1:1 and group interventions
• Gaining valuable experience ahead of a PGCE or teacher training course

This Role is Perfect for you if you:

• Are a recent graduate (any discipline considered, education-related subjects advantageous)
• Have recent paid or voluntary experience working with children (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, summer camps, classroom assistance)
• Are passionate about education and supporting young learners
• Are considering a future in teaching and want to build hands-on experience in a high-achieving school

Why join this school?

• Be part of a high-performing and inclusive school community
• Work alongside experienced educators who mentor and support aspiring teachers
• Gain extensive experience that strengthens your future teacher training application
• Join a school with a proven track record of successfully supporting graduates into teacher training programmes

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take the first step in your teaching journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to [contact email or application instructions].