Job Description

Chemistry Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Brent - ASAP Start - Full-Time

Are you a Chemistry graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school?
Are you considering a future career in teaching, education, or working with young people?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and well-regarded secondary school in Brent that is seeking a Chemistry Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting students across the Science department.

Chemistry Graduate Teaching Assistant - Role Overview

As a Chemistry Graduate TA, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning across KS3 and KS4 Science, with a focus on Chemistry. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting students in Chemistry and Science lessons, including practical and theory-based activities.

  • Working with small groups and 1:1 to raise attainment and build confidence, particularly in GCSE Chemistry.

  • Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, practical experiments, resources, and classroom management.

  • Providing targeted support for students with additional learning needs or SEN.

  • Helping students with homework, coursework, and exam preparation.

  • Encouraging engagement, participation, and positive behaviour in lessons.

  • Supporting practical lessons, including preparation and supervision of experiments (training provided).

  • Supervising or covering classes when required.

Requirements

  • A degree in Chemistry or a closely related science.

  • A strong interest in education and supporting young people.

  • Confidence supporting KS3 and KS4 Science/Chemistry content.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A proactive, patient, and supportive approach.

  • Previous experience working with young people or in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What's on Offer

  • A supportive and inclusive secondary school in Brent.

  • Full-time role: Monday to Friday, term-time only.

  • Competitive daily rate based on experience.

  • Fantastic experience for aspiring Science or Chemistry teachers.

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

  • Opportunity for a long-term or permanent pathway.

How to Apply

If you're a Chemistry graduate eager to gain meaningful school-based experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this Chemistry Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Brent, starting ASAP.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley by emailing elizabeth.topley@twrecruitment.com or calling 0207 845 5450 (option 3)