Graduate Teaching Assistant, ACADEMICS

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Wandsworth is seeking Graduate Teaching Assistants for exciting opportunities starting ASAP or September 2025. This full-time position involves supporting children, particularly those with special educational needs, within a friendly and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for education and a desire to improve the learning experiences of young students.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Caring and empathetic individual committed to enhancing the educational experience.
• Preferred experience in school or similar setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs in individual and group settings.
• Assist class teacher with tailored learning programs.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Flexibility

Job description

Are you a recent graduate looking to work in a school setting?

Do you have aspirations of taking your career to the next level by working in a school setting?

Academics are currently looking for Graduate Teaching assistants for some exciting opportunities available in a primary school located in Wandsworth. The school are looking for Graduates who have aspirations of working with children and want to take their career further by working in a school setting. The two-form entry school have a friendly staffed environment with an excellent curriculum structured for Early years to Year 6.

• Position; Graduate Teaching Assistant
• ASAP Start or September 2025 start
• Primary school based in Wandsworth
• £90-£110 per day
• Full time, Monday to Friday 8:30am-4pm

Key Responsibilities as a Graduate Teaching Assistant:

• Support children with a range of special educational needs in both individual and group settings
• Assist the class teacher in implementing tailored learning programs
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive environment to help students thrive academically and socially
• Provide one-on-one support and adapt resources to suit individual learning needs

What The School Are Looking For As A Graduate Teaching Assistant:

• A caring and empathetic individual with a strong commitment to improving the educational experience of children with SEN
• Previous experience in a school or similar setting is preferred, but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents
• A positive, patient, and flexible approach to challenges

If you would like to be part of a supporting and welcoming team in a vibrant primary school in Wandsworth, please email across your CV. The school has opportunities to help with your career development and take it to the next level.

If you are interested in applying for this Graduate Teaching Assistant position, please call in for Adam or apply directly to this advert.