Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant Jobs in Wandsworth | September Start This September, schools across Wandsworth are looking to appoint Graduate Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term roles throughout the academic year. These opportunities are ideal for graduates with strong academic credentials who are eager to gain hands-on experience before pursuing teacher training or another career working with children. Rather than applying to a single school, you'll be considered for a variety of positions across the area, giving you the best opportunity to find a school where you can develop your skills and enjoy a rewarding year in education.

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A Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers an excellent introduction to life in schools while providing experience that will strengthen future applications for teacher training and other child-focused professions. You'll work closely with experienced educators, support pupils both academically and personally, and gain a clear understanding of the skills needed to help young people succeed. It's a challenging, rewarding and highly valuable year for graduates looking to make informed decisions about their future careers.
Key Highlights
Graduate Teaching Assistant full-time, long-term opportunity
£95£110 per day, depending on experience
September 2026 start
Opportunities available across Wandsworth, South London
Full academic year until July 2027
Experience working with children or young people is welcomed but not essential
Fantastic preparation for teacher training and careers working with children
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting pupils during lessons to encourage participation and progress
Delivering targeted one-to-one and small group learning support
Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence
Helping create a positive learning environment where every pupil can succeed
Working collaboratively with school staff to support pupils' development throughout the year
Ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant for Schools in Wandsworth
Hold a degree with a strong academic record, ideally a First or 2:1
Demonstrate excellent GCSE and A Level results
Possess strong communication skills and a positive, professional approach
Have experience working with children or young people, although this isn't essential
Be interested in teaching or another career focused on supporting children
Commit to a full-time position from September until the end of the academic year
Why Join Schools Across Wandsworth?
Gain meaningful classroom experience before committing to teacher training or postgraduate study
Learn from experienced teachers and school leaders who value graduate development
Develop practical skills that cannot be gained through university study alone
Work across one of South London's most popular and well-connected boroughs
Build confidence supporting pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities
Finish the year with highly regarded experience that will strengthen future career opportunities
How to Apply
If you're an ambitious graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before beginning a career working with children, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunities across Wandsworth starting this September.
A Graduate Teaching Assistant role gives you the opportunity to build confidence, develop practical skills and make a genuine contribution to pupils' education. xwwtmva It's an excellent way to invest in your future while gaining experience that will stay with you throughout your career.