Graduate Teaching Assistant; Teachahead

Graduate Teaching Assistants (Teach Ahead)

Looking to secure a role in education? No experience required just a positive, can-do attitude and a passion for teaching and learning!

Prospero Teaching are seeking enthusiastic graduates who are keen to gain valuable classroom experience before beginning teacher training. These are long-term placements with immediate starts available.

We are recruiting graduates to work as Teaching Assistants across Primary, Secondary and SEN schools in the Southampton and surrounding Hampshire areas, including:

• Southampton
• Eastleigh
• Totton
• Romsey
• Chandlers Ford
• Hedge End
• Shirley
• Portswood
• Bitterne
• Woolston
• Millbrook
• and surrounding areas

This is the perfect opportunity for recent graduates looking to build classroom experience ahead of teacher training.

No prior experience is required; however, any experience working with children or young people including in a classroom setting will be highly beneficial.

• Working 1-5 days per week, term-time only
• Supporting students with a range of SEND needs
• Working across Key Stages 1, 2, 3 and 4

• Location:
  
  Southampton & Surrounding Hampshire Areas
• Position:
  Graduate / Teaching Assistant (Full-Time, Term-Time Only)
• Type of Work:
  Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor
• Start Date:
  
  February 2026
• Contract Type:
  Long-Term Placement
• Duration:
  Ongoing
• Hours:
  
  Full-Time / Part-Time available
• Pay:
  From £14.96 per hour

• No experience required full training provided
• Holds a recent degree (ideally 2:2 or above)
• Passionate about education with a proactive, can-do attitude
• A positive role model for young people
• Innovative, engaging and adaptable in their approach to learning

• Highly motivated with a strong focus on pupil progress
• A positive attitude with a desire to raise attainment
• High energy and enthusiasm
• The ability to engage and motivate students while making learning enjoyable
• Excellent communication skills

• Free, accredited CPD training
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Long-term opportunities in supportive schools
• Competitive daily pay rates paid weekly
• A clear pathway into teacher training or further education roles

Please apply now with your updated CV if this role is of interest