Graduate Teaching Assistant

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Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Hammersmith and Fulham

Full Time | September 2025 - July 2026 | Start Your Teaching Career

Are you a recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in education? A thriving secondary school in West London is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the full academic year.

Hammersmith & Fulham is a dynamic, multicultural borough, and this school prides itself on supporting students from all backgrounds. In this role, you'll work alongside teachers to deliver lessons, assist students needing extra support, and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Why Hammersmith & Fulham?

Work in a diverse and vibrant community

Gain experience in a school prioritising student wellbeing

Excellent transport links across West London and into central LondonThe School and Role

This oversubscribed West London school has a strong reputation for high standards and inclusive teaching. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll support students aged 11-16 across multiple subjects, collaborating with teachers and the SEN team to help every learner succeed.

This general support role offers experience across departments, guided by a supportive leadership team and a structured programme designed to prepare graduates for future teacher training applications.

Key Responsibilities

Support teachers in delivering lessons and engaging students

Provide targeted support to pupils at risk of falling behind

Assist learners with additional needs and adapt resources where required

Work with students in core subjects including English, Maths, and Science

Maintain a positive, respectful, and safe classroom environment

Collaborate with SEN and pastoral staffCandidate Profile

Degree holder in any subject with genuine interest in education

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Patient, empathetic, and resilient when working with young people

Organised, adaptable, and eager to learn

Experience working with children (voluntary or paid) desirable but not essentialWhy Join This School?

Excellent transport links across West London

Strong behaviour standards and supportive parental engagement

Graduate Teaching Assistants valued as future teachers

Access to bespoke training and development sessions

Inclusive school culture with a commitment to equality and achievement

Opportunity to work with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgroundsWhat Tradewind Offers

Competitive daily pay rates

Free access to professional development courses

Ongoing support from experienced education consultants

Teacher training partnerships to support next steps

£100 referral bonus for successful recommendationsApplication Requirements

Completed undergraduate degree (UK or equivalent)

Right to work in the UK

Enhanced DBS (can be applied for through us)

Consistent professional or academic history for the past 10 yearsThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming secondary school in West london, gain invaluable classroom experience, and take the first step toward a teaching career.

Apply today for this Graduate Teaching Assistant role starting September 2025

Ad ID: 5417111287