Graduate Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading education agency as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Hornchurch, where you will support teachers and help students thrive in the classroom. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and valuable professional development opportunities for recent graduates and aspiring educators. You'll engage in a collaborative environment dedicated to education and student support, making a meaningful difference in learners’ lives while honing your skills for a future career in teaching.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in any subject.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm for education.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to students.
• Assist in preparation of learning materials.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in any subject

Job description

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As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teachers and students across various subjects and age groups. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates and aspiring teachers to gain valuable classroom experience, contribute to the learning environment, and develop essential skills for a future career in education.

Teaching Assistant - TA - Learning Support Assistant - Education and Training - Hornchurch

Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Hornchurch
Salary Scale: £85-£115 per day
Contract Type: Full-time
Start: September 2025 (or earlier if available)

Responsibilities:

• As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging and interactive lessons.
• Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students as needed.
• As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will assist in the preparation of learning materials and resources.
• Help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students with additional learning needs or challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to enhance the overall educational experience.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in any subject
• As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm for education and a desire to support student learning.
• As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will have adaptability and a willingness to learn and grow in a classroom setting.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of students.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.