Graduate Teaching Assistant

Tower Hamlets Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Hamlets Council in London is seeking several Graduate Teaching Assistants for September, mostly in Key Stage 2. This is a valuable step for graduates aiming to gain classroom experience before teacher training, psychology studies, or other child-focused careers.

Interviews are underway, with commitment for the full academic year. You will work closely with experienced teachers, support pupils in lessons and targeted interventions, and help build resources.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a strong academic background.
• Aspiring teacher or educational psychology or child development professional.
• Able to commit full-time throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across Key Stage 2 in whole-class lessons
• Deliver small-group interventions in English and Maths
• Assist children who require additional academic support
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Prepare learning resources and work closely with class teachers

Skills

Strong academic background

Aspiring teacher or education career

Commit to full academic year

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - KS2 | Tower Hamlets, East London A welcoming Primary School in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint several Graduate Teaching Assistants for September, with most roles based in Key Stage 2. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who want to gain meaningful classroom experience before progressing into teacher training, educational psychology or another child-focused profession. Interviews are taking place now, and the school is keen to meet graduates who are ready to commit for the full academic year. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with experienced class teachers, supporting pupils both in lessons and through targeted interventions. The school values graduates who are dependable, curious and genuinely motivated by helping children succeed. You'll quickly become a valued member of the team while developing the practical skills that only daily classroom experience can provide.

Key Highlights:

Graduate Teaching Assistant - KS2 focused role £100-£115 per day depending on experience Primary School in Tower Hamlets, East London Five full-time, long-term positions starting in September Interviews taking place now for immediate appointments Excellent preparation for teacher training, educational psychology or SEND careers

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support pupils across Key Stage 2 in whole-class lessons
• Deliver small-group interventions in English and Maths
• Assist children who require additional academic support
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Prepare learning resources and work closely with class teachers

Ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant for this Tower Hamlets School:

• Graduate with a strong academic background
• Aspiring teacher, educational psychologist or child development professional
• Able to commit full-time throughout the academic year
• Confident, professional and comfortable building relationships with pupils
• Genuinely interested in education and making a long-term career in the sector

Why Join this Tower Hamlets School?

• Gain valuable Key Stage 2 experience before teacher training
• Learn from experienced teachers and supportive senior leaders
• Work in a diverse, inclusive school with high expectations for every pupil
• Build practical classroom skills through daily mentoring and guidance
• Excellent East London location with convenient transport connections