Graduate Learning Support Asssistant

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Graduate Teaching Assistant for a Primary school in Wandsworth. This position offers hands-on classroom experience and a structured program to develop essential teaching skills. Ideal for recent graduates, it requires strong communication skills and enthusiasm. The role emphasizes working with children, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring a supportive environment for all pupils. This is a paid opportunity for term time only, starting January 2025 and ending July 2026.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day classroom activities with the class teacher.
• Gain experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Skills

Strong communication skills

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Education

Recent graduate from any discipline

Job description

Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career in education this January?
Would you like to gain hands-on classroom experience in a supportive Primary school setting?
Are you interested in a paid Graduate Teaching Assistant position with a pathway to a school?

Graduate Teaching Assistant Opportunity
General Classroom Support + SEN opportunites
Contract: January 2025 – July 2026 (Term Time Only)
Primary school in Wandsworth, London

Academics is once again proud to partner with an outstanding Primary school in Wandsworth to recruit a passionate and driven graduate for a Graduate Teaching Assistant role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a career in teaching, as the school offers a structured and supportive programme to help you develop essential classroom skills.

As a General Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher, supporting day-to-day classroom activities. You'll also gain valuable experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping to ensure all pupils—regardless of ability—receive the support they need to thrive.

This role is ideal for a 2025 or recent graduate from any discipline. Prior experience working with children—whether paid or voluntary, in or out of school—is highly desirable. Strong communication skills, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude are essential. The school is conveniently located in Wandsworth, with excellent public transport links across London.

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 8th January