Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Full-Time | 5 Days Per Week | Hounslow

Are you a graduate with previous school experience and looking to take the next step towards a career in education?

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Hounslow, working 5 days per week. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is considering teaching, education, psychology, youth work or a similar career and wants to gain valuable experience working directly with students.

About the School

This supportive secondary school in Hounslow is committed to helping students achieve academically while developing their confidence, independence and personal skills. The school is looking for an enthusiastic individual who can build strong relationships with young people and make a positive contribution to their learning.

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support students during lessons and help them remain focused and engaged.

  • Provide one-to-one and small-group support where required.

  • Work alongside teachers to support classroom learning.

  • Encourage students to develop confidence and independence.

  • Help students overcome barriers to learning.

  • Provide positive encouragement and act as a positive role model.

  • Support students with their academic, social and emotional development.

  • Assist with classroom routines and activities.

  • Build positive and professional relationships with students and staff.

  • Help create a calm, positive and engaging learning environment.

What You Must Have

To be considered, you must have:

  • A degree or equivalent qualification.

  • Previous experience working within a school setting.

  • A genuine interest in working with secondary-aged students.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A positive, approachable and enthusiastic personality.

  • The ability to engage and build rapport with young people.

  • A professional and reliable attitude.

  • A valid DBS or willingness to complete the required safeguarding checks.

Benefits

  • Full-time position, 5 days per week.

  • Gain valuable experience within a secondary school.

  • Excellent opportunity for graduates considering a career in teaching or education.

  • Competitive daily rate.

  • Dedicated support from your education consultant.

  • Opportunity to develop classroom and behaviour-management skills.

  • Potential for ongoing opportunities within education.

  • A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people.

Apply Now

If you are a graduate with previous school experience and would like to develop your career within education, this Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity could be the ideal next step.

Apply today or contact Seema Parbat at seema.parbat@twrecruitment.com to find out more.