Graduate Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly pay

Free CPD training

Safeguarding training

Support from Training and Development

Education consultant throughout your 2

Opportunities for permanent roles and

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in London is seeking enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students and teachers across secondary schools in North London. You will help raise attainment, support learning, and foster a positive classroom environment.

This role offers competitive daily pay, weekly payroll, and access to free CPD training, safeguarding courses, and ongoing support from our Training and Development Team. It also opens pathways to permanent roles and teacher training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree (any subject).
• Genuine interest in education and working with young people.
• Be considering a future career in teaching or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Providing 1:1 support for students who require additional academic or pastoral assistance.
• Building positive relationships with students and helping them overcome barriers to learning.
• Delivering small-group intervention sessions to improve student progress.
• Supporting pupils with SEN, behavioural, emotional, or academic needs.
• Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour.
• Contributing to extracurricular activities, including after‑school clubs and enrichment programmes.
• Helping create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and ambitious Graduate Teaching Assistants to join a range of excellent secondary schools across North London. This is an ideal opportunity for graduates who are passionate about education and want to gain hands‑on classroom experience before progressing into teacher training or other educational careers.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students and teachers across the school. You will work closely with pupils to help raise attainment, improve confidence, and create a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Providing 1:1 support for students who require additional academic or pastoral assistance.
• Building positive relationships with students and helping them overcome barriers to learning.
• Delivering small-group intervention sessions to improve student progress.
• Supporting pupils with SEN, behavioural, emotional, or academic needs.
• Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour.
• Contributing to extracurricular activities, including after‑school clubs and enrichment programmes.
• Helping create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

What We’re Looking For

• Hold a degree (any subject considered).
• Have a genuine interest in education and working with young people.
• Be considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, or a related field.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic.
• Be committed to supporting students to achieve their full potential.
• Have previous experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Weekly pay.
• Free accredited CPD training courses.
• Safeguarding and behaviour management training.
• Ongoing support from our experienced Training and Development Team.
• A dedicated education consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure permanent positions and teacher training routes.

Working Hours

Full‑time position.

Monday to Friday.

Typical school hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm.

Attendance at occasional after‑school activities and staff meetings may be required.

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Be willing to complete Prospero Teaching’s registration and compliance process.
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one.
• Be able to provide professional references.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.