Graduate Teaching Assistant - Tradewind Recruitment : Job Details

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Waltham ForestStart date: September 2025Contract: Full-time (term-time only), long-termLocation: Waltham ForestPay: £95-£105 per day

Are you a graduate looking to gain experience in a school setting before starting your teacher training?

A friendly and high-achieving secondary school in Waltham Forest is looking for a Graduate TA to support students in the classroom and play a key role in the academic and pastoral life of the school.

About the role:

• Working alongside teaching staff to support student learning
• Leading small group sessions and intervention activities
• Supporting behaviour and engagement in class
• Helping with preparation of learning materials and classroom setup
• Encouraging confidence, resilience, and participation in learning

About you:

• A degree-holder with a genuine interest in education
• Positive, energetic, and confident with young people
• Looking for a long-term role with progression opportunities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply

Why join this school?

• Supportive leadership team with a focus on career development
• Great exposure to school systems and teaching techniques
• Pathways into teacher training for the right candidate
• Warm, inclusive and community-focused school environment