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.