Graduate Teaching Assistant – Ipswich
Are you a recent graduate considering a career in education? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing teacher training, educational psychology, or another role within the education sector? We are currently seeking motivated, enthusiastic, and committed Graduate Teaching Assistants to support schools across the Ipswich area.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates from any degree background to develop practical skills, build confidence in a school environment, and make a positive impact on the learning and development of young people.
Location: Ipswich
Contract Type: Flexible, Temporary and Long-Term Opportunities Available
Start Dates: Immediate and September starts available
About the Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to help deliver engaging lessons and provide targeted support to students. You will gain first-hand experience of classroom practice while supporting pupils academically, socially, and emotionally.
This role is particularly well-suited to aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, or graduates looking to gain meaningful experience working with children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Support classroom teaching and learning across a range of subjects and year groups.
- Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning and improve outcomes.
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and resource management.
- Provide additional support to students who require extra guidance to access the curriculum.
- Help promote positive behaviour and encourage student engagement in lessons.
- Support students with varying learning needs and abilities.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, helping to boost their confidence and motivation.
- Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where appropriate.
Requirements
- A degree in any subject area.
- A genuine passion for education and supporting young people in their learning journey.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- A proactive, positive, and professional attitude.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
- Previous experience working with children, young people, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or volunteering is desirable but not essential.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability and career goals.
- Valuable hands-on classroom experience in a variety of school settings.
- Ongoing training, guidance, and professional development opportunities.
- Dedicated support from an experienced recruitment team.
- Excellent experience for graduates considering a PGCE, teacher training programme, educational psychology, or a long-term career in education.
- Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent positions.
If you are eager to gain practical experience in education and make a meaningful difference in students' lives, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm, Permanent
Pay: £84.50-£100.00 per day
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a DBS on the update service?
- Do you drive?
Work Location: In person
