Graduate Teaching Assistant

Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Prestigious Secondary School

Location: Hounslow

Start Date: September 2026

Interviews: June 2026

Are you passionate about education and keen to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives? Veritas Education is working with a highly regarded and oversubscribed secondary school in Hounslow to recruit an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable classroom experience in a forward-thinking, high-achieving school with a strong reputation for academic success and student wellbeing.

This role is ideal for graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, SEN, or pastoral support, offering exposure across KS3 and KS4 in a supportive and aspirational environment.

About the Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting learning, engagement, attendance, and wellbeing. Working closely with experienced teachers and the SEN department, you will help students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential, both academically and personally.

Why Join This School?

A high-performing and well-resourced secondary school with a strong academic ethos

A collaborative and supportive staff culture that values professional development

Excellent behaviour and clear systems, allowing staff to focus on teaching and learning

Strong commitment to inclusion, SEND support, and student wellbeing

A proven track record of supporting graduates into teacher training and education careers

Modern facilities and a vibrant school community with high aspirations for all students

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small-group support across KS3 and KS4

Support students across a range of subjects in the classroom

Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management

Monitor progress and contribute to reports and feedback

Support pupils with SEND in collaboration with the SEN team

Promote a positive, inclusive, and motivating learning environment

What We're Looking For

Experience working with young people or in an educational setting (desirable but not essential)

A genuine passion for education and supporting students' development

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A proactive, patient, and adaptable attitude

A degree in any subject area

What Veritas Education Offers

Competitive weekly pay, paid directly every Friday

Free CPD and training courses to support your career progression

Flexible working options - full-time, part-time, or day-to-day roles

A generous referral bonus scheme

Dedicated, experienced consultants who provide ongoing support

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. xjnqpsq Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

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