Graduate Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for Graduate Teaching Assistants to start in September across primary and secondary schools. This role offers recent graduates valuable classroom experience and the opportunity to support teaching and learning while considering a future teaching career.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing support and professional development

Access to training opportunities

Potential for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from any subject.
• Passion for working with children and young people.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist class teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Support pupils needing additional help.
• Participate in creating an engaging learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Positive Attitude

Teamwork

Education

Any Degree

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first.

Graduate Teaching Assistants - Start September All Degrees Welcome

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education?

We're recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to start in line with the new academic year this September. This is a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated graduates to work within primary and secondary schools across the region, supporting pupils and gaining invaluable classroom experience.

Whether you hold a degree in Education, Psychology, English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Languages, Sports, or any other subject-specific degree, we want to hear from you.

This role is particularly well-suited for those considering a future career in teaching. You'll gain practical, paid experience working alongside experienced teachers, supporting learning and development in the classroom, and getting a true insight into the life of a teacher. Many of our teaching assistants go on to begin teacher training the following year, using this experience as a springboard into a rewarding career in education.

What we're looking for:

• A recent graduate (any subject)
• A passion for working with children and young people
• Excellent communication skills
• A proactive, positive attitude

What the role entails:

• Supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management
• Working one-to-one or in small groups with pupils who need additional support
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of learning activities
• Helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN), where required
• Supervising pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes, and on school trips
• Providing feedback to teachers on pupil progress and behaviour

In return, you'll gain:

• Full-time, term-time experience starting in September
• Firsthand experience supporting teaching and learning
• The opportunity to work with a variety of age groups and school settings
• Valuable preparation for future teacher training

This is your chance to make a difference in young people's lives while taking your first step toward a career in education.

Apply today and start your journey this September!

What We Offer:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Access to training and development opportunities.
• Potential for long-term or permanent roles based on performance and school need.

If you're ready to make a positive difference in the lives of children and contribute to a supportive educational team, apply now or contact Gary at Tradewind Recruitment, Essex for more details.

Why Register with Tradewind?

• Unrivalled CPD: More than any other education agency!
• Full interview and lesson-planning support to boost your confidence and success.
• Great referral scheme - earn rewards for recommending friends.
• Free social and networking events to connect with fellow educators.

Whether you're building on existing experience or exploring a route into teaching, this is a fantastic way to gain hands-on classroom time while making a real difference.

Interested? Call Gary on (phone number removed) or apply now and we'll be in touch to talk next steps!

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most.

We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK.

Awarded REC Audited Education gold standard - Tradewind Recruitment are committed to Safeguarding and are also a proud Equal Opportunities Employer.