Graduate Teaching Assistant

Kickstart Your Education Career - Graduate Teaching Assistant Opportunity 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 a desire to explore a future in teaching?

A friendly and ambitious primary school in Southwark is on the lookout for a proactive and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the team this September. Whether you're considering a PGCE, teacher training, or simply want to gain valuable classroom experience, this role offers the ideal starting point.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting learning in the classroom across EYFS, KS1, or KS2 - tailored to your strengths
• Providing one-to-one and small group support, or assisting as a general classroom TA
• Helping teachers deliver engaging, inclusive lessons
• Building positive relationships with pupils to support academic and social development
• Gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic school setting, perfect preparation for a future in education

About the School:

• Located in the heart of Southwark with great access to transport links
• A nurturing environment with a focus on pupil wellbeing and inclusive learning
• Led by a supportive team that values mentoring and professional development
• Known for welcoming and developing graduates new to the education sector

Who We're Looking For:

• A graduate with a UK-recognised degree (required)
• Energetic, motivated, and committed to a full academic year
• Someone with a strong interest in education, teaching, or child development
• Confident communication skills and a positive, team-focused mindset

What You'll Gain:

• A competitive daily rate and valuable experience ahead of any teacher training route
• Insight into the UK curriculum and effective classroom strategies
• Support and mentoring from experienced education professionals
• A real chance to make a difference to children's learning and progress

If you're ready to take the first step in your education career and want to build experience that counts, apply now to join a thriving Southwark school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.

Take the leap-start your journey in the classroom this September.

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%