Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Hounslow

Full-Time | September 2025 Start | For Aspiring Secondary Teachers

Are you a graduate considering a future in teaching or education? A successful and inclusive secondary school in Hounslow is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025 to July 2026.

This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive school setting while working with students of all abilities.

About the Role:

The Graduate Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo, supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You'll assist during lessons, provide small-group interventions, and help raise student engagement and attainment.

Duties Will Include:

  • Supporting learning in core subjects like Maths, English, and Science
  • Offering additional guidance to students who need extra help
  • Assisting with lesson planning and adapting resources
  • Providing pastoral support and encouraging positive behaviour
  • Observing experienced teachers and learning classroom management strategies

We're Looking For Graduates Who Are:

  • Enthusiastic and motivated to work in education
  • Team players with a proactive approach
  • Able to build rapport with teenagers and support diverse learners
  • Open to training and feedback
  • Interested in school-based routes into teaching

Why This Secondary School?

  • Based in Hounslow, close to public transport and local amenities
  • Excellent mentoring for Graduate Teaching Assistants
  • Warm and respectful student-teacher relationships
  • Strong SEN provision and pastoral care
  • Many previous TAs have gone on to teacher training from this school.

Tradewind Recruitment Offers:

  • Competitive pay structure
  • Free CPD courses and career development workshops
  • Access to teaching vacancies and training routes
  • Referral rewards
  • Continuous support from education recruitment specialists

You'll Need To:

  • Hold a university degree
  • Pass an Enhanced DBS check (or apply for one)
  • Provide references and a 10-year history of work/study
  • Be legally entitled to work in the UK

Start your teaching journey today! Apply now to become a Graduate Teaching Assistant at this thriving secondary school.