Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Lewisham

Start: Immediate | Full-Time & Flexible Roles | Salary: Competitive (PAYE)

Are you a recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in schools? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools across Lewisham and Southeast London.

This is the perfect opportunity for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, or youth work. Whether you're seeking a full-time, long-term role or flexible daily supply work, we'll help you find a placement that suits you.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support teachers with lesson delivery and classroom organisation

  • Work 1:1 or in small groups, including with students who have SEN

  • Help prepare engaging resources and maintain a positive classroom environment

  • Encourage student participation, progress, and personal growth

We're looking for graduates who are:

  • Proactive, reliable, and passionate about education

  • Degree-qualified in any subject (experience with young people is a bonus, not essential)

  • Holding a valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

Why join Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Competitive weekly pay via PAYE - no umbrella fees

  • Free CPD training through The National College

  • Flexible working options to match your lifestyle

  • A variety of local school placements to build experience

  • Ongoing one-to-one support from your dedicated consultant

If you're ready to take your first step into education and make a real difference in Lewisham schools, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey as a Graduate Teaching Assistant with Tradewind Recruitment.