Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

Academics Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-achieving secondary school in Hackney is seeking motivated graduates to fill the role of Graduate Teaching Assistant from September 2025. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, with flexible full-time and part-time hours as well as competitive daily pay ranging from £80 to £110. Ideal candidates will have a passion for education and some experience with young people, helping to foster an inclusive classroom atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a genuine passion for education.
• Some experience working with young people (e.g., volunteering, tutoring).
• Eager to develop skills in a secondary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff with students across various subjects.
• Assist in creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Help pupils with special educational needs.

Skills

Passion for education

Team player

Proactive

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Hackney

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: 80 - 110 per day

Full-time and Part-time Flexible Hours Available

Are you a graduate with a passion for teaching and a desire to gain valuable, paid school experience? A high-achieving secondary school in Hackney is looking for motivated graduates to join their team as Graduate Teaching Assistants from September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for those considering a career in secondary teaching to build hands-on experience supporting students across a range of subjects and abilities - including those with Special Educational Needs.

Why Join This School?

Work in a fast-paced, high-achieving East London secondary school.

Gain invaluable classroom experience to support your future teacher training applications.

Support students with a variety of learning needs and abilities.

Flexible full-time or part-time roles to fit your schedule.

Receive competitive daily pay of 80 - 110 per day.

Who The School Are Looking For:

Graduates with a genuine passion for education and a desire to support student progress.

Candidates with some paid or voluntary experience working with young people (e.g., school volunteering, youth work, tutoring, sports coaching).

Individuals eager to develop their skills in a secondary school setting and build a strong foundation for a teaching career.

Flexible and proactive team players who are committed to making a positive impact.

Role Overview:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support teaching staff by working directly with students across a range of subjects. You will help create an inclusive learning environment, assisting pupils with varying needs, including those with special educational needs.

Ready to take the next step towards a career in teaching?

Send your CV to James at Academics to apply or find out more.