Graduate Teaching Assistant

TipTopJob; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Hackney starting September 2025. This full-time role offers valuable classroom experience and support for aspiring teachers in a nurturing environment. Ideal for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience before pursuing teacher training, the position provides structured hours and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background required.
• Passionate about education and eager to gain experience.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and pupil progress.
• Assist in whole-class and small group settings.
• Help with learning, behaviour, and pastoral support.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Recent Graduate

Job description

Thinking about a future in teaching? Reeson Education are seeking a motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a brilliant 1-form entry primary school in Hackney from September 2025.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - The Role

* Full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant role running from September 2025 to July 2026
* Working across KS1 or KS2, supporting classroom activities and pupil progress
* The Graduate Teaching Assistant will assist in both whole-class and small group settings
* Ideal for gaining hands-on experience before progressing into teacher training
* The Graduate Teaching Assistant will help with learning, behaviour and pastoral support

Graduate Teaching Assistant - About the School

* A well-regarded, 1-form entry school in Hackney with a supportive ethos
* Rated 'Good' by Ofsted with strong leadership and excellent staff-pupil relationships
* Welcomes enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants into a nurturing and ambitious environment
* Small, tight-knit team that values collaboration and creativity
* School invests heavily in the development of every Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Candidate Profile

* A recent graduate with a strong academic background
* Passionate about education and eager to gain school-based experience
* A Graduate Teaching Assistant who is reliable, flexible and keen to learn
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ideal for those exploring routes into teaching, SEN support or educational psychology

Graduate Teaching Assistant - What's on Offer

* Daily rate: GBP85 - GBP100 depending on experience
* Valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers
* Term-time role with consistent hours and a structured routine
* Support and training from both the school and Reeson Education
* Every Graduate Teaching Assistant placed through Reeson receives tailored guidance and mentoring

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers an outstanding opportunity to build real experience in a rewarding school setting. If you're a graduate thinking about a career in education, this role provides the perfect stepping stone. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll make a tangible impact on pupils' learning while growing professionally in a supportive, inclusive school. Join a team that genuinely invests in its staff and helps Graduate Teaching Assistants thrive.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%