Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistants - Secondary Schools
Location: Ealing, London
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Temporary, with long-term and permanent opportunities available
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £90 to £100 per day (PAYE only)

Are you a recent graduate with a strong academic background and a passion for working with young people?


If you are considering a career in teaching or educational support, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive secondary school environment.

Tradewind Recruitment and SANZA Teaching Agency are currently recruiting dedicated Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in a range of well-regarded secondary schools in the London Borough of Ealing. These roles offer invaluable classroom experience and are ideal for individuals looking to explore or pursue a career in education, including future teacher training.

About the Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistants, you will work closely with teachers and school staff to support students' academic progress and overall well-being. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Providing individual and small group support to students to help reinforce lesson content and deepen understanding
  • Assisting pupils with special educational needs (SEN), those with English as an Additional Language (EAL), or those requiring additional emotional or behavioural support
  • Encouraging positive behaviour, contributing to a calm and focused classroom atmosphere
  • Assisting teachers with lesson preparation, setting up classroom resources and equipment, and organising materials
  • Supporting students during classroom activities, exams, and transitions between lessons
  • Tracking student progress, observing learning behaviours, and feeding back observations to teaching staff
  • Acting as a positive role model and encouraging students to engage fully with their learning

This is a fantastic opportunity to build classroom confidence, gain valuable insight into school life, and develop the skills needed for a successful career in education.

What We Are Looking For
To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a university degree in any subject (minimum requirement)
  • Demonstrate a genuine interest in education, teaching, or child and adolescent development
  • Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Be patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic about supporting young people
  • Possess an Enhanced DBS Disclosure registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
  • Have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom
  • Provide a full CV that covers the last ten years of education and employment, where applicable

Additional Desirable Attributes:

  • Prior experience working with children or young people, either in a school, tutoring, mentoring, or volunteering capacity
  • Interest in applying for a teacher training programme in the future
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment and SANZA?

  • Receive ongoing guidance and support from an experienced and dedicated education recruitment consultant
  • Access over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College to enhance your professional development
  • Get paid through PAYE only - no umbrella companies, ensuring transparency and no hidden deductions
  • Benefit from a simple and efficient virtual registration process
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements across a network of inclusive, supportive schools in Ealing and surrounding areas

How to Apply
If you are ready to begin your journey in education and gain real classroom experience in a rewarding Graduate Teaching Assistants role, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, click "Apply Now" or

Contact: Seema Parbat
Telephone: 0207 845 5450
Email: seema.parbat@twrecruitment.com

The Tradewind and SANZA Commitment

  • Your income matters - we work to secure the best possible pay rate for you
  • Your development matters - we offer free and unlimited access to high-quality CPD opportunities
  • Your flexibility matters - choose from daily, long-term, and permanent roles to suit your needs
  • Equality matters - we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all our placements

Begin your career in education with confidence, knowing you are supported every step of the way. Apply today to become a Graduate Teaching Assistants.