Job Description:

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Greenwich, South London

Secondary School | £95–£115 per day | ASAP Start | Full-Time until July 2027

Horizon Teachers are working with a welcoming secondary school in Greenwich, South London, seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately until July 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, particularly those from leading UK universities, looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a PGCE or career in secondary teaching.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across KS3 and KS4, working closely with experienced teachers to deliver engaging lessons and provide additional support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties. Based in Greenwich, South London, this full-time position offers invaluable experience in classroom management, SEN support and pupil engagement.

The ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant will:

• Hold a bachelor's degree, ideally from a leading UK university or Russell Group institution.
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in secondary teaching.
• Be confident supporting pupils individually and in small groups across KS3 and KS4.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and a proactive, enthusiastic approach.
• Ideally have previous experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN.

Why work with Horizon Teachers?

• Competitive daily pay of £95–£115, depending on experience.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity in Greenwich, South London, starting ASAP until July 2027.
• Excellent preparation for a PGCE or other teacher training pathway.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Access to CPD opportunities, safeguarding training and ongoing career guidance.

If you're an ambitious graduate looking to kickstart your teaching career in Greenwich, South London, apply today to find out how Horizon Teachers can support your next career move!

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As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.