Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Primary School
Full Time
All-through Academy
Edgware
Start date: September 2026Are 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 in Edgware who are currently recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their school 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 requiredTo 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 mannerThe Academy

This large all-through academy is based in Edgware, with good local transport links and a popular choice for families in the local area. In this specially designed building pupils have the opportunity to grow and develop with facilities specifically designed for younger children, but with the benefits of the resources of the attached secondary academy. There is a strong leadership team in place within the primary academy and staff and pupils enjoy a smaller, community atmosphere. 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 2025 to July 2026. There will be opportunities after this contract for outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistants to continue with the school in to the following acad...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Canons Park

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-10-2026

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