Graduate Teaching Assistant – KS3/KS4 Role

JobsinED Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking Waltham Forest secondary school is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support KS3 and KS4 pupils. This full-time, term-time role offers £95–£110 per day and is ideal for recent graduates keen on gaining experience before pursuing teacher training. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on student learning and development.

Benefits

Regular mentoring and CPD opportunities

Structured pathways into teaching

Professional development and training

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with strong academic credentials and a passion for education.
• Energetic, reliable, and confident in supporting teenagers in a school setting.
• Experience working with young people is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teaching in subjects such as English, maths, science, and humanities.
• Help prepare lesson materials and contribute to classroom organisation.
• Promote student engagement, confidence, and independence.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to support teenagers

Calm and adaptable approach

Education

Recent graduate with strong academic credentials

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant – KS3/KS4 Role | Ambitious Waltham Forest Secondary School

Are you a motivated, proactive graduate ready to make a difference in secondary education? This exciting Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity places you in a high-aspiring Waltham Forest secondary school where you’ll support pupils across KS3 and KS4, helping them thrive academically and personally.

This inclusive, forward-thinking school is committed to nurturing student success and supporting early-career education professionals. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with subject teachers and pastoral teams, providing classroom support and targeted interventions to boost pupil progress.

Key Highlights:
• Graduate Teaching Assistant supporting KS3 & KS4 pupils in Waltham Forest
• £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time role starting September 2025
• Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school with strong academic outcomes and pastoral care
• Located in a vibrant part of Waltham Forest with excellent public transport access
• Join a dedicated team with regular mentoring and CPD opportunities
• Ideal for aspiring secondary teachers, youth workers, or educational psychologists
• Interviews taking place now – early applications encouraged

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Supporting classroom teaching in subjects such as English, maths, science, and humanities
• Working 1:1 and in small groups with students who need additional support
• Helping prepare lesson materials and contributing to classroom organisation
• Promoting student engagement, confidence and independence
• Supporting pupils with SEND, EAL, or emotional/social needs
• Contributing to a focused, positive, and inclusive learning environment

Ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant for This Waltham Forest School:
• A recent graduate with strong academic credentials and a passion for education
• Energetic, reliable, and confident in supporting teenagers in a school setting
• Great communication skills and a calm, adaptable approach
• Experience working with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, schools) is desirable
• Committed to full-time, term-time work from September through July
• Keen to gain in-school experience before progressing into teacher training or postgraduate study

Why Join This Waltham Forest Secondary School?
• Forward-thinking school with excellent support for graduate TAs
• Structured pathways into teaching and education careers
• Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and achievement
• Professional development, training, and shadowing opportunities
• Located in a culturally rich East London borough with fantastic transport links

How to Apply:
If you’re a passionate Graduate Teaching Assistant ready to support secondary students in a thriving Waltham Forest school, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED today.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on school experience while making a meaningful impact on student learning and development.