Graduate Teaching Assistants

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Graduate Teaching Assistants for secondary schools in Westminster. This position offers recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education, supporting student learning and development in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Access to 2500+ CPD courses

Competitive pay rates through PAYE

Dedicated consultant support

Flexible roles to fit career goals

Qualifications

• Eligible with a degree and enhanced DBS.
• Professional references and CV are mandatory.
• Legal right to work in the UK required.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one or in groups.
• Assist with special educational needs and maintain classroom positivity.
• Prepare materials and track progress.

Skills

Proactivity

Reliability

Comfort with young people

Education

Degree in any subject

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistants Needed in Secondary Schools across Westminster
Tradewind Recruitment and SANZA Teaching Agency!

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain real-world experience in education?

Do you want to make a difference in young people's lives while building a path towards a career in teaching, psychology, or youth work?

Tradewind Recruitment and SANZA Teaching Agency are currently seeking enthusiastic graduates to take on rewarding Graduate Teaching Assistant roles across a variety of secondary schools in the London Borough of Westminster. Whether you are available full-time or part-time, for short-term supply or long-term placements, we can help match you with a role that suits your aspirations and availability.

What you will be doing

As a Graduate Teaching Assistants, you will play a key role in supporting both students and teachers in the classroom. Your responsibilities may include:

• Working one-to-one or in small groups with students to help them stay focused and understand key lesson content
• Supporting pupils with special educational needs, emotional needs, or those who speak English as an additional language
• Helping maintain a positive classroom environment by encouraging participation and supporting behaviour management
• Preparing learning materials, assisting with displays, and helping track student progress
• Supporting teachers in delivering lessons efficiently and ensuring every student receives the help they need

This role is particularly suited to graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, or youth services. It offers a chance to gain valuable hands-on experience while contributing meaningfully to student development.

What we are looking for as Graduate Teaching Assistants

We welcome applications from graduates in any subject area who have a genuine interest in education. You should be proactive, reliable, and comfortable working with young people.

To be eligible for the role, you will need:

• A degree in any subject
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply
• Professional references and, if applicable, an overseas police check
• A full CV detailing your education and work experience over the last ten years
• The legal right to work in the UK

What you will gain

By working with Tradewind and SANZA, you will benefit from:

• A dedicated recruitment consultant to guide you throughout your placement
• Fast and efficient virtual registration
• Free access to more than two thousand five hundred CPD courses through The National College
• Competitive pay rates processed via PAYE
• A simple online timesheet system
• Opportunities to work in a wide range of inclusive and diverse school settings
• Flexible roles that align with your personal and career goals

If you are excited to begin your journey in education and want to support the growth and success of students in Westminster, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more:
Contact Seema Parbat on (phone number removed)
Email (url removed)

At Tradewind and SANZA, we believe in opportunity for all. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.