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Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Ealing
Full Time | September 2025 to July 2026 | Ideal for Graduates Exploring Careers in Education
Are you a recent graduate passionate about supporting young people? A vibrant and ambitious secondary school in Ealing is recruiting for a full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant to join them for the full academic year starting September 2025.
This role is ideal for someone who is considering entering the teaching profession and wants to build their skills, confidence and classroom experience in a high-quality secondary setting.
The School and Role
Based in a diverse part of West London, this oversubscribed school serves students from a wide range of backgrounds and prides itself on delivering inclusive, student-centred education. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with varying needs across a broad curriculum.
This is not a subject-specific role, so you will gain experience working across several departments and will receive full training on how to adapt your approach to different subjects and age groups. The school has a supportive leadership team and a well-established programme for Graduate Teaching Assistants aimed at preparing you for future teacher training applications.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Working under the direction of classroom teachers to support learners aged 11 to 16
Providing targeted academic support to students at risk of falling behind
Assisting pupils with additional learning needs and adapting materials to suit their needs
Supporting pupil progress in core subjects such as English, Maths and Science
Monitoring and recording student engagement and feeding into school-wide support strategies
Helping maintain a calm, productive and respectful learning environment
Collaborating with colleagues across the SEN and pastoral teams
Candidate Specification
A graduate from any subject area with a genuine interest in education and working with young people
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Emotional resilience, patience and empathy
Strong organisational skills and a willingness to learn
A commitment to safeguarding, equality and child protection
Experience working with young people in any setting (voluntary or paid) would be beneficial but not essential
Why Choose This Secondary School?
Located within West London with excellent rail and underground connections
High standards of behaviour and strong parental engagement
Supportive team culture where Graduate Teaching Assistants are seen as future educators
Access to bespoke training sessions and informal observation opportunities
Inclusive and aspirational school community committed to equity and excellence
Opportunity to work closely with students from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds
What Tradewind Offers You
Market-leading daily pay
Free professional development through online CPD courses
Ongoing advice and support from experienced education consultants
Access to teacher training partnerships
£100 referral scheme for successful recommendations
Requirements to Apply
A completed undergraduate degree from a UK university
Eligibility to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS certificate (we can support your application if needed)
A professional and consistent work or academic history over the last 10 years
This is a brilliant chance to contribute to an excellent school in Ealing while developing the essential experience needed for teacher training. Submit your application today for the Graduate Teaching Assistant role and start your journey towards becoming a qualified educator
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