Primary School Teaching Assistant in London)

Academics; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading East London primary school is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a September 2025 start. This full-time position offers recent graduates the chance to gain valuable classroom experience and support pupils across all primary age groups. The school is recognized for its outstanding educational practices and provides a supportive environment for those aspiring to enter the teaching profession.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from any discipline.
• Experience working with children or young people.
• Genuine interest in a career in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support students in class-based and small-group settings.
• Gain a deep understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Assist in daily teaching activities.

Skills

Interest in teaching

Proactive approach

Enthusiasm for learning

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary School | Newham | September 2025 Start

Location: Newham, East London

Start Date: September 2025

Full-time (Monday to Friday)

Ideal experience for Aspiring Primary Teachers

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education?

Thinking about becoming a primary school teacher in the future?

kick start your teaching journey with this fantastic opportunity to work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at an Outstanding East London primary school from September 2025.

About the Role:

Join a supportive and high-achieving primary school in Newham, where you'll gain invaluable hands-on classroom experience. This is the perfect role for graduates looking to pursue a PGCE, School Direct, or similar teacher training programme in 2026.

Work with pupils across the full primary age range

Support students in both class-based and small-group intervention settings

Gain a deep understanding of the primary curriculum and the day-to-day role of a teacher

Be part of a vibrant and welcoming school community with excellent facilities

Many of the school's former Graduate TAs have gone on to successful careers in teaching, making this a tried-and-tested pathway into the profession.

What the school are looking for

A recent graduate (any discipline welcome)

A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching

Some recent experience working with children or young people (voluntary or paid - e.g., tutoring, mentoring, classroom support, youth work, summer camps, overseas teaching, etc.)

A proactive, enthusiastic, and positive approach to learning and development

Why This School?

Ofsted-rated outstanding primary school

Modern facilities and a spacious, purpose-built school site

Supportive senior leadership and excellent CPD opportunities

A proven track record of supporting graduates into teacher training programmes

Apply Now - Trial Days Available Soon!

Ready to take your first step into teaching?

Send your CV to James at Academics today