Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school in London. This role is perfect for graduates aspiring to become Primary School Teachers, offering a unique opportunity to gain foundational teaching experience while working in a supportive and nurturing environment. With a focus on academic excellence and personal development, this position allows you to engage with students from Year 1 to Year 6, covering lessons and assisting teachers. Join a dedicated team and take the first step in your teaching career in a school that values creativity and community.

Qualifications

• Must have a 2:1 or higher degree in any subject area.
• Relevant experience working with children in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Cover for teachers during planned absences and assist in classroom activities.
• Use engaging lessons to encourage student learning and participation.

Skills

Engaging Personality

Leadership Skills

Pedagogy Understanding

Behaviour Management

Education

2:1 or Higher Degree

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Posted:

02.05.2025

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16.06.2025

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Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Primary School based near Greenwich, South East London

Immediate start | Earn £550-£650 per week | Start your journey into Primary Teaching

Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate from a top university who is aspiring towards a career as a Primary School Teacher?

Have you had meaningful and joyful experiences working with children previously that have assured this?

Could you see yourself using your natural & developed skillset to lead fun and engaging lessons, giving you a small taste of what life could look like for you as a teacher?

An amazing opportunity is here for any graduate who has a love for learning and working with young people to take! This primary school, local to the Greenwich area of London, is expanding its team. Searching for a confident aspiring teacher, they are ready to take on an excellent Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant as a member of their team immediately or from September 2025.

Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant – So, what set this school apart?

Nestled in the heart of Woolwich, this vibrant primary school offers a unique opportunity to join a close-knit, nurturing community where every staff member is valued. With strong core values of kindness and unity, the school fosters a warm, inclusive environment where both pupils and staff thrive.

The school prides itself on academic excellence, ranking in the top 5% nationally for maths and top 20% for reading and writing. Rated Ofsted ‘Good’ across all categories, this grade highlights its high expectations and the positive, enthusiastic attitude of pupils.

Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team and a collaborative atmosphere that encourages professional growth. They have a creative cross-curricular approach to learning that ensures teaching is both dynamic and rewarding.

If you're passionate about making a difference in a school that values both educational excellence and personal development, this Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant role offers the perfect school to advance your teaching career.

Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant – More about the role

This role is perfectly designed for any graduate looking for a Primary School role that offers more creative freedom, responsibility and foundational teaching experience.

As a Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Cover for teachers during planned absences or when teachers need time for planning and preparation
• Split your time working with children in Year 1 right through to Year 6
• Use engaging, pre-planned lessons and resources to encourage exciting learning
• Gain experience teaching - learn excellent teaching pedagogy to aid the success of your future teaching career
• Provide general classroom assistance supporting the class teacher
• As a Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Indulge in the support of a strong team of excellent and empathetic teachers
• Excellent progression opportunities – Salaried routes into Teacher Training are available
• Work from 08:30am – 15:30pm and enjoy social working hours in the middle of a bustling inner London area
• Earn the completive salary of £550-£650 per week

For this Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant role, we searching for a graduate who…

• Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Must have a 2:1 or higher degree. We are open to any subject area
• Some relevant experience working with children in a school/educational/extra-curricular setting
• Experience leading lessons is strongly desired but not completely essential
• You must have a confident and engaging personality that resonates with children and can encourage maximum engagement
• The set desire, or strong interest to, become a Primary School Teacher at some point in the future
• Some understanding of pedagogy, behaviour management styles and wide cross-curricular knowledge that can be developed & nurture with support

Apply to this Graduate Higher Level Teaching Assistant role now to learn more and be considered to join this brilliant school!