Are you graduating this year or have you recently completed your degree? Looking to gain valuable classroom experience before embarking on a career in teaching?
Riley Personnel is working in partnership with a number of highly regarded primary and secondary schools across Hounslow that are looking to appoint enthusiastic and ambitious Graduate Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions starting in September.
These opportunities are ideal for graduates who want to gain practical school-based experience before progressing into teacher training or pursuing a career in education. You'll work alongside experienced teachers, support pupils in their learning, and develop the confidence and skills needed to thrive in the classroom.
Whether your ambition is to become a teacher, educational psychologist, speech and language therapist, or another education professional, this is an excellent opportunity to build your experience in a supportive school environment.
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support teaching and learning within the classroom.
- Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions to help pupils make excellent progress.
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
- Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, and a positive attitude to learning.
- Support pupils with varying learning needs, including pupils with SEN where required.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents.
Opportunities are available across EYFS, KS1, KS2, and secondary education, depending on your experience and preferences.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for graduates who:
- Hold a degree in any subject (a 2:2 or above is desirable).
- Have previous experience working with children or young people through schools, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, childcare, youth work, volunteering, or similar settings.
- Have a genuine passion for education and supporting young people.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Are enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.
- Hold GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above or equivalent).
- Have an Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one.
Why Join Riley Personnel?
- Long-term Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunities across Hounslow.
- Roles in both primary and secondary schools.
- Excellent experience before teacher training.
- Opportunities to work within supportive and high-performing schools.
- Ongoing guidance from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Opportunities to secure permanent positions.
Apply Today
If you're ready to begin your career in education and gain invaluable classroom experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for immediate consideration and let Riley Personnel match you with a Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity that suits your skills, experience, and career ambitions.
Our Values
We expect all Riley Personnel staff to demonstrate professionalism, integrity and reliability, while promoting equality, inclusion and respect. Staff must maintain appropriate professional boundaries, prioritise the safety and well-being of children and young people, work collaboratively with schools and colleagues, and commit to safeguarding and continuous professional development.
Safeguarding & DBS
Riley Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including references, qualification verification, right-to-work checks and an Enhanced DBS check (including a Children's Barred List check where applicable). Candidates must complete all required checks before commencing work and undertake safeguarding training as required.
INDTA
Pay: £100.00-£110.00 per day
Application question(s):
- Why do you want to work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant?
Education:
Work Location: In person
