Graduate Teaching Assistant

Kickstart Your Career in Education - Graduate Teaching Assistant Role in Southwark
Location: Southwark
Start Date: September 2025 | Contract: Until July 2026
Daily Rate: 82.14 - 100

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for working with children and an interest in pursuing a career in teaching?

An ambitious and welcoming primary school in Southwark is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team this September. This position is ideal if you're considering teacher training, a PGCE, or simply want to build meaningful classroom experience.

• Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1, or KS2 (depending on your strengths)

• Deliver one-to-one or small group support, as well as general classroom assistance

• Help teachers create engaging, inclusive lessons

• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage both academic and personal growth

• Gain first-hand experience of day-to-day life in a thriving school environment

• Centrally located in Southwark with excellent transport links

• Warm, nurturing ethos with a focus on pupil wellbeing and inclusion

• Supportive leadership team committed to mentoring and professional development

• Well known for helping graduates take their first steps into education

• A graduate with a UK-recognised degree (essential)

• Motivated, reliable, and committed to a full school year

• A genuine interest in education, child development, or teaching

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, positive attitude

• Competitive daily rate plus invaluable school-based experience

• Practical insight into the UK curriculum and effective classroom practice

• Mentoring and support from experienced education professionals

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's learning and progress

If you're ready to take the next step towards a career in teaching, apply now to join this vibrant Southwark school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%