Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about pursuing a career in primary education and looking for a Teaching assistant role for September?
Would you like to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive and welcoming primary school?
Are you interested in a Graduate Teaching Assistant role with opportunities to progress into teacher training?

Academics is proud to be working in partnership with a highly supportive and inclusive primary school in Hammersmith and Fulham to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant / Aspring Primary Teacher for a September 2026 start.

Location: Hammersmith and Fulham, West London
Contract: September 2026 - July 2027 (term time only)
Opportunities: Teacher Training pathways available

This role is perfect for a graduate from any background who is looking to build classroom experience before undertaking a PGCE, Schools Direct, or another teacher training route. The school has a strong track record of supporting individuals who are passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact on children''s learning and development.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely alongside experienced teachers across KS1 and KS2, supporting pupils both academically and socially. You will gain hands-on experience delivering interventions, assisting with classroom activities, and supporting children with additional learning needs, including SEND.

The school is looking for a caring, proactive, and dedicated individual who enjoys working with children and is committed to helping every pupil thrive.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A degree in any subject
• A genuine interest in becoming a primary teacher
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with children through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, voluntary work, childcare, or school placements (desirable but not essential)
• A willingness to learn and contribute to school life

What the School Offers:

• Excellent experience for aspiring primary teachers
• A supportive and experienced leadership team
• Opportunities to work across EYFS, KS1, KS2, and SEND
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A clear pathway into teacher training and long-term education careers
• Friendly and collaborative school environment
• Excellent transport links across West London

If you are an aspiring primary teacher looking to gain invaluable school-based experience in Hammersmith and Fulham, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV to be considered for this exciting Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity.

Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews will be arranged shortly.

Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and all other safer recruitment and compliance checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. We have obtained authority from the client to advertise the position.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate''s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client''s pay policy.