Graduate Teaching Assistant

Academics; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via agency

Job summary

Academics is seeking a proactive Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a partner secondary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. The role is full-time and long-term, starting in October 2026, offering valuable classroom experience for those considering teacher training.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support across KS3/KS4, deliver targeted interventions, assist teachers, and promote positive behaviour and independent learning.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate, any subject considered.
• Passion for working with young people and helping them succeed.
• Patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with children or young people beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver targeted academic intervention programmes.
• Assist teachers within the classroom to keep learners engaged and supported.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independent learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Resilience

Experience with children/young people

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Harpenden

Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Contract: Full-time/long-term

Start date: October 2026

Are you a recent graduate looking to start a rewarding career in education?

We are seeking a motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner secondary schools in Harpenden. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone considering a career in education.

The Role:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for students, including those with Special Educational Needs.
• Delivering targeted academic intervention programmes to help students reach their potential.
• Assisting teachers within the classroom to ensure all learners are engaged and supported.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and independent learning.

What We're Looking For:

• A recent graduate (any subject considered
• A passion for working with young people and helping them succeed.
• Patience, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with children or young people (formal or informal) is beneficial, but not essential.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school environment in Harpenden.
• Valuable classroom experience, ideal for those considering teacher training in the future.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, paid weekly through our agency.

If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to make a difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

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Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy