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