Biology Graduate

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational recruitment agency is seeking a Biology Graduate Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Brent. This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to gain classroom experience while supporting students in Biology and Science. Ideal candidates have a degree in Biology and a passion for education. Responsibilities include assisting with lessons, supporting students with additional needs, and providing targeted academic support. Competitive daily rates and ongoing training opportunities are available.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity for long-term or permanent pathway

Qualifications

• Degree in Biology or a closely related life science is required.
• Strong interest in education and supporting young people.
• Confidence in supporting KS3 and KS4 Biology/Science content.

Responsibilities

• Support students in Biology and Science lessons.
• Work with small groups and 1:1 to raise attainment.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Provide targeted support for students with additional learning needs.

Skills

Teaching support

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Confidence in Biology Content

Education

Degree in Biology or related life science

Job description

Biology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Brent - ASAP Start - Full-Time

Are you a Biology graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience in a secondary school? Are you considering a future career in teaching, education, or working with young people?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and well‑regarded secondary school in Brent that is seeking a Biology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting students across the Science department, with a focus on Biology.

Role Overview

As a Biology Graduate TA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across KS3 and KS4 Science, particularly Biology.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in Biology and Science lessons, including practical and theory‑based learning.
• Working with small groups and 1:1 to raise attainment and build confidence, particularly in GCSE Biology.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, practical experiments, resources, and classroom management.
• Supporting laboratory‑based lessons, including preparation of equipment and supervision of practical activities (training provided).
• Providing targeted support for students with additional learning needs or SEN.
• Helping students with homework, coursework, and exam preparation.
• Encouraging engagement, participation, and positive behaviour in lessons.
• Supervising or covering classes when required.

Requirements

• A degree in Biology or a closely related life science.
• A strong interest in education and supporting young people.
• Confidence supporting KS3 and KS4 Biology/Science content.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, patient, and supportive approach.
• Previous experience working with young people or in a school setting is desirable but not essential.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What's on Offer

• A supportive and inclusive secondary school in Brent.
• Full-time role: Monday to Friday, term‑time only.
• Competitive daily rate based on experience.
• Fantastic experience for aspiring Biology or Science teachers.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity for a long-term or permanent pathway.

How to Apply

If you're a Biology graduate eager to gain meaningful school-based experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this Biology Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Brent, starting ASAP.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley by emailing (url removed) or calling (phone number removed) (option 3).