Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job description

• September Start
  Graduate Teaching Assistant
  Secondary School South west London
  Full-Time | Long-Term
  Earn up to £115 per day

Are you a recent graduate looking to start your career in education? Are you passionate about supporting young people and keen to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teaching or further education?
We are currently recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in South West London, starting in September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate to gain hands-on classroom experience while supporting students with their academic, personal, and social development.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting students in and out of the classroom
  Assisting teachers with learning activities and classroom engagement
  Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
  Supporting students with their academic progress and confidence
  Encouraging positive behaviour and participation
  Helping create an inclusive and engaging learning environment

The ideal candidate will have:

• A graduate degree
  A positive, proactive, and adaptable approach
  Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  A genuine interest in education and working with young people
  The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff

Why work with Horizon Teachers?

• Ongoing support from a highly experienced team
  The permanent equivalent rate is paid after 12 weeks of work, which usually means a pay rise!
  £300 voucher for a successful referral

If you are a recent graduate looking to gain valuable school experience and start your career in education, we would love to hear from you - apply now!


Operam Education Groupincludes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Chessington

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £93.00 and £110.00 Per Hour

Published at

10-08-2026

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