Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant (Secondary School)

Are you due to graduate this year? Are you considering a career in teaching? Do you have experience working with secondary-aged students?

TimePlan are working with Secondary Schools across London who are looking for motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their expanding teams in September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers to gain invaluable classroom experience before embarking on teacher training.

As a Graduate TA, you will:

• Support students across a range of subjects in Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5)
• Work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons
• Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups to help raise the student’s attainment
• Assist with classroom management and student progress
• Contribute to the wider school community

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be due to graduate this year (or have recently graduated) – ideally a Degree in Maths, Science, English or Psychology
• Have experience working with secondary-aged students (school, tutoring, mentoring, youth work or similar)
• Be passionate about education and supporting young people
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• Aspiring Teacher or considering teaching in the future

Why work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant:

• Gain hands‑on classroom experience in a supportive environment
• Work alongside experienced and dedicated teaching staff
• Receive mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Build strong foundations for a future career in teaching

If you are enthusiastic, proactive, and ready to make a real difference in young people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face‑to‑face interview. TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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