Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Lewisham

Location: Lewisham and surrounding areas

Salary: 100 - 115 per day (dependent on skills and experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday Full-time

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated graduates to join mainstream primary schools as Graduate Teaching Assistants. This role is ideal for graduates with degrees in Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Education, or any other transferable subject with relevant skills applicable to an educational setting.

Whether you are a recent graduate seeking valuable classroom experience during a gap year, or planning to apply for a PGCE with QTS, this is an excellent opportunity to build hands‑on experience in schools.

This is a rewarding yet challenging role where you will support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally. While previous experience working with children is beneficial, it is not essential, as full training, ongoing support, and CPD will be provided.

• Proactive and able to use initiative in a school environment
• Attentive, observant, and responsive to pupils' needs
• Caring, patient, and compassionate
• Confident in supporting behaviour management

• A UK degree in a child-related or transferable subject
• Level 2 English (spoken and written)
• Fluent English is essential
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)
• Must have or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check

to gain invaluable classroom experience and take the next step toward a career in education.