Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Hounslow

Full-Time | September 2025 Start | For Aspiring Secondary Teachers

Are you a graduate considering a future in teaching or education? A successful and inclusive secondary school in Hounslow is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025 to July 2026.

This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive school setting while working with students of all abilities.

About the Role:

The Graduate Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers and the SENCo, supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You''ll assist during lessons, provide small-group interventions, and help raise student engagement and attainment.

Duties Will Include:

• Supporting learning in core subjects like Maths, English, and Science
• Offering additional guidance to students who need extra help
• Assisting with lesson planning and adapting resources
• Providing pastoral support and encouraging positive behaviour
• Observing experienced teachers and learning classroom management strategies

We''re Looking For Graduates Who Are:

• Enthusiastic and motivated to work in education
• Team players with a proactive approach
• Able to build rapport with teenagers and support diverse learners
• Open to training and feedback
• Interested in school-based routes into teaching

Why This Secondary School?

• Based in Hounslow, close to public transport and local amenities
• Excellent mentoring for Graduate Teaching Assistants
• Warm and respectful student-teacher relationships
• Strong SEN provision and pastoral care
• Many previous TAs have gone on to teacher training from this school.

Tradewind Recruitment Offers:

• Competitive pay structure
• Free CPD courses and career development workshops
• Access to teaching vacancies and training routes
• Referral rewards
• Continuous support from education recruitment specialists

You''ll Need To:

• Hold a university degree
• Pass an Enhanced DBS check (or apply for one)
• Provide references and a 10-year history of work/study
• Be legally entitled to work in the UK

Start your teaching journey today! Apply now to become a Graduate Teaching Assistant at this thriving secondary school.