Graduate Teaching Assistant - September 2025. Job in Reading Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students in both primary and secondary education. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to gain invaluable experience in the education sector. You will work closely with experienced teachers, providing essential classroom support and helping students with diverse learning needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and are eager to develop your skills in an educational setting, this position is perfect for you. Join a supportive team and embark on a rewarding journey in education.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in an academic subject from a top UK university.
• Previous experience working with 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

Proactivity

Experience with Young People

Education

Recent Graduate (2:1 or above)

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.

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.