UCL Graduate Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Wandsworth is seeking a UCL Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their support team from September 2025. You will work across KS1 and KS2, helping students develop academically and socially. This role is an excellent gateway into a teaching career, educational psychology, or child development.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree to apply.
• Full-time availability from September 2025 – July 2026.
• Strong interest in child development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across literacy and numeracy.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Assist teachers and SEND professionals.

Skills

Patient

Adaptable

Caring

Interest in education

Building confidence

Supporting learning

Education

2:1 or First-Class degree from UCL

Job description

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UCL Graduate Teaching Assistant – Wandsworth Primary School

Location: Wandsworth, South West London

Contract: September 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)

Pay: £444.00 per week (PAYE)

Interviews: June/July 2025

Are you a UCL Graduate Teaching Assistant looking to build experience in a primary school ahead of a career in teaching, educational psychology, or child development?

A nurturing primary school in Wandsworth is seeking a UCL Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their support team from September. You will work across KS1 and KS2, helping children develop academically and socially through in-class support and targeted interventions.

As a UCL Graduate, you will gain valuable experience working with a range of pupils, including those with additional needs, while contributing to the positive and inclusive culture of the school.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting learning across the curriculum, particularly literacy and numeracy
• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Helping pupils build confidence, resilience, and independence
• Supporting teachers and SEND professionals across the school
• A 2:1 or First-Class degree from UCL (or another top university)
• A patient, adaptable, and caring approach
• A strong interest in education or child development
• Full availability from September 2025 – July 2026

This UCL Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Wandsworth offers an excellent route into teaching, Ed Psych, or child-focused careers.

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