Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant Jobs in Putney | September Start A new academic year brings fresh opportunities, and schools across Putney are looking to appoint Graduate Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term roles starting this September. We're seeking bright graduates with excellent academic backgrounds who are eager to gain meaningful experience working with children before embarking on teacher training or another child-focused career. Rather than applying to a single school, you'll be considered for a range of opportunities across Putney, allowing us to introduce you to schools where your skills, ambitions and personality will be the best fit.As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll become an integral part of school life, working alongside experienced educators to help pupils develop both academically and personally. You'll gain practical classroom experience, learn effective behaviour management strategies and build the confidence that only comes from working directly with young people every day. Whether you're planning a future in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, SEND or youth services, this role offers invaluable preparation for the next stage of your career.Key HighlightsGraduate Teaching Assistant full-time, long-term opportunity£95£110 per day, depending on experienceSeptember 2026 startOpportunities available across Putney, South West LondonFull academic year through to July 2027Previous experience with children is welcomed but not essentialExcellent experience before teacher training or a career working with young peopleWhat You'll Be DoingSupporting pupils throughout lessons to maximise confidence and engagementDelivering one-to-one and small group interventions where additional guidance is neededAssisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisationEncouraging pupils to become independent, resilient learnersHelping create a positive and inclusive learning environmentWorking collaboratively with school staff to support pupils' progress and wellbeingIdeal Graduate Teaching Assistant for Schools in PutneyHold a degree with a strong academic profile, ideally a First or 2:1Demonstrate excellent GCSE and A Level resultsPossess strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitudeExperience working with children or young people is advantageous but not essentialBe interested in teaching or another career supporting childrenCommit to a full-time role from September until the end of the academic yearWhy Join Schools Across Putney?Gain practical experience that will strengthen applications for teacher training and postgraduate studyLearn from experienced education professionals who are committed to graduate developmentDevelop valuable classroom, communication and leadership skills throughout the yearWork in one of South West London's most desirable and well-connected locationsJoin schools looking to invest in academically strong graduates with long-term ambitionsFinish the academic year with meaningful experience that employers across the education sector highly valueHow to ApplyIf you're an ambitious graduate ready to gain valuable classroom experience before taking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunities across Putney starting this September.Choosing to spend a year as a Graduate Teaching Assistant is an investment in your future. You'll gain practical experience, develop professional confidence and discover whether a career working with children is the right path for you.TPBN1_UKTJ