Graduate Teaching Assistant – Support Students in Essex & Suffolk

About the role

This Graduate Teaching Assistant position offers recent graduates a chance to start a career in education while supporting pupils in primary and secondary schools across Essex and Suffolk. You will join a welcoming school community, helping teachers deliver engaging lessons and assisting students to achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities

• Support classroom learning across a range of subjects.
• Deliver one‑to‑one and small‑group interventions.
• Encourage pupil confidence, engagement and independence.
• Assist children with additional needs, including SEND.
• Help teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Required profile

• Hold a degree in any subject.
• Interest in a future career in education or working with young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunities in both primary and secondary schools.
• Flexible roles to suit availability and career goals.
• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Free access to over 2,500 accredited CPD courses through The National College.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the placement.