Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Lewisham, South East LondonStart Date: September 2025Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pmDaily Pay: £96 - £104 (PAYE, based on experience)Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only - Full Academic YearTransport: Excellent public transport links and on-site parking available

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience in a primary school before starting teacher training?

A friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Lewisham is working with our agency to recruit a full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant for the new academic year starting in September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 while gaining hands-on classroom experience.

• Assist the class teacher in supporting learning and behaviour across the curriculum

• Provide 1:1 or small group interventions to help raise attainment

• Support pupils with special educational needs (SEN), EAL or additional learning needs

• Help prepare classroom materials and learning resources

• Maintain a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment

• A recent graduate with a strong academic background (all subjects considered)

• Passionate about working with children and making a difference in education

• Some experience with children or young people in any setting (e.g., tutoring, youth work, mentoring) is desirable

• Strong communication skills, patience and a proactive attitude

• Committed to working full-time throughout the academic year

• Competitive daily pay between £96 and £104, paid weekly via our internal PAYE payroll system

• No umbrella fees or hidden deductions

• Excellent opportunity for career development in education

• Access to an experienced and supportive teaching team

• Local school with excellent public transport routes and on-site parking

This is the ideal role for an aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable, paid classroom experience in a supportive Lewisham primary school. Suitable for graduates based in Lewisham, Southwark, Greenwich, Bromley, Croydon or nearby areas in South East London.

Submit your CV today to apply for this Graduate Teaching Assistant position. Immediate shortlisting is taking place for a September 2025 start. Education and Training