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Secondary Graduate TA Only Apply If Graduate

  1. Secondary SEN Support
  2. Harrow
Date posted : 20/10/26
  1. Full Time
£95 - 120 per day

Job description

Location: North West London
Salary: £90 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a recent graduate considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work or pastoral support? We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school and support students across Key Stages 3 and 4.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing teacher training or further education-related qualifications.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support students in lessons across a range of subject areas.
  • Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to raise attainment.
  • Assist students with special educational needs and additional learning requirements.
  • Help maintain positive behaviour and engagement within lessons.
  • Work closely with teachers to support learning outcomes and student progress.
  • Provide academic mentoring and pastoral support to students.
  • Assist with exam preparation, revision sessions and homework support.
  • Contribute to the wider life of the school where appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate

  • A degree in any subject (2:2 classification or above preferred).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A genuine passion for education and supporting young people.
  • Confident working with secondary-aged students.
  • Resilient, proactive and adaptable in a busy school environment.
  • Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
  • An interest in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, youth work or SEN support would be advantageous.

What We Offer

  • Excellent classroom experience within a supportive secondary school.
  • Opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and senior leaders.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Valuable experience for aspiring teachers and education professionals.
  • Competitive daily rates.
  • A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to young people's educational journey.

If you are a graduate looking to start a rewarding career in education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to begin your journey in secondary education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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