Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentoring opportunities

Flexible working options

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join secondary schools across Lambeth and Wandsworth, London. This role offers experience in supporting students and progression toward teacher training routes.

The role welcomes flexible working discussions and is suitable for graduates aiming to work in education with opportunities for professional development and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Degree required (2:2 or better preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, adaptable and keen to learn.
• Experience with young people desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver targeted interventions in core subjects (English, Maths, Science).
• Provide tailored support to students with SEND and EAL learners.
• Assist with classroom management, lesson prep and admin duties.
• Help create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Thinking about a future in teaching or education?

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking driven and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to join dedicated and inclusive secondary schools across Lambeth and Wandsworth. This role is ideal for graduates who are passionate about education and wish to gain valuable classroom experience before progressing into a teaching career.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in discussing flexible working arrangements, and schools will consider requests in line with operational requirements and individual circumstances.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver targeted interventions in core subjects, particularly English, Maths and Science.
• Provide tailored support to students with additional needs, including SEND and EAL learners.
• Assist with classroom management, lesson preparation and administrative duties.
• Help create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a degree (minimum 2:2 classification preferred).
• Is passionate about education and making a positive impact on young people's lives.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, adaptable and eager to learn.
• Has experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative school environment.
• The opportunity to work with diverse and high-achieving students.
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• Valuable classroom experience to support progression into teacher training routes such as PGCE or School Direct.
• Consideration of flexible working requests where these can be accommodated within the needs of the school.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience in a secondary school setting while playing an important role in supporting students' academic progress, confidence and personal development.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and making recruitment decisions based on merit, skills and experience.

Safeguarding Statement

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, prohibition checks where applicable, and satisfactory references.

Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time opportunities, or wish to discuss flexible working options, we would welcome your application.