Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job description

• Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Primary School
• Full Time
• All-through Academy
• North London
• Start date: September

Are you a graduate considering a career as a Primary School Teacher? Would you like to gain classroom experience before starting your teacher training?

Then this is an amazing opportunity for you!

We are working with a forward-thinking, all-through Academy Trust in North London who are currently recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their schools in September.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant you will be supporting pupils working at all levels including children with Special Educational Needs within a class or across a year group.

Your role will include:

• Providing support to individual students and groups within the class ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress.
• Leading small groups in English, Maths, phonics and reading
• Working with students with SEN and additional learning needs
• Supporting the preparation of classes including resources and equipment
• Assisting with assessments/observations where required
• Assisting with extra-curricular events and initiatives
• Providing support during break and lunchtimes as required

To apply for this role you must have:

• A Bachelors degree
• A minimum of Grade C/4 in GCSE English and GCSE Maths
• An interest in pursuing a career in education
• Strong verbal and written English
• Excellent communication skill
• A calm and approachable manner

The Academy Trust

This large Academy Trust includes primary, secondary and 6th Form schools across North London and is a highly respected choice for families. Within their primary school settings, the trust ensures a small and welcoming environment with access to a range of facilities. There are good opportunities for professional development across the academy including teacher training so this is a great option for graduates and those looking to further their career in education.

All Graduate Teaching Assistant roles are offered on an academic year contract from September 2026 to July 2027. There will be opportunities after this contract for outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistants to continue with the school in to the following academic year to complete their initial teacher training via the paid SCITT programme.

In order to be considered for one of these roles, you will be required to complete the registration process with Philosophy Education and be available to attend the school in June for either a group or individual interview (dates tbc).

If you would like to be considered for one of these roles, please apply ASAP with an up-to-date CV outlining your skills and experience.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English