Graduate Teaching Assistant - September 2025

Aspire People; Reading; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative education agency is seeking enthusiastic recent graduates for the role of Graduate Teaching Assistant. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the education sector while supporting students across various age groups. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced teachers, providing essential academic and emotional support to pupils. This role is perfect for those passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact in the lives of young people. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering a nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from a top UK university.
• Experience working with children or young people is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils academically, emotionally, and socially.
• Assist with small group work and provide 1:1 interventions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Passion for Education

Experience with Young People

Education

2:1 or above in an academic subject

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - September 2025

Location: Reading
Contract: Full-time and term-time only (potential for flexible options)
Salary: £16,800 - £24,000 salary per annum (dependent on experience)
Start date: September 2025

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain invaluable experience in education?

Are you thinking about a future in teaching, psychology, or working with young people?

Whether you're passionate about early childhood development or keen to support older students in secondary education, Aspire People want to hear from you.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - about the role:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in the classroom by supporting pupils academically, emotionally, and socially. You'll work alongside experienced teachers, supporting learning across the curriculum, assisting with small group work, and providing 1:1 interventions when needed.

We're recruiting for a variety of roles in both primary and secondary schools, including:

* Classroom support across EYFS - KS5
* SEN support for pupils with additional learning needs (e.g. autism, ADHD)
* Behaviour mentoring and pastoral support
* Literacy and numeracy intervention groups
* Subject-specific assistance (e.g. English, Maths, Science, Humanities)

Graduate Teaching Assistant - requirements:

* A recent graduate (2:1 or above) in an academic subject from a top UK university
* Passionate about working with children or young people
* Confident, adaptable and proactive
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Previous experience working with young people (volunteering, tutoring, coaching, youth work) is essential
* Willingness to commit to a full academic year as a minimum

How to apply:

If this Graduate Teaching Assistant role sounds like something you would be interested in, please don't hesitate to apply. Please get in touch with Michaela to register your interest. Your details will not be shared with the school without your permission.

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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.