Job Description
🎓 Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary School | Central Hackney
📍 Location: Central Hackney, East London (excellent transport links)
📅 Contract: January 2026 - July 2026 (Term Time Only)
🕒 Hours: 8:30am - 3:45pm, Monday to Friday
💷 Pay: £95 per day (rising to £114 after 12 weeks, PAYE)
Are you a motivated graduate eager to make a real impact in the classroom?
Do you have experience supporting children and want to take the next step towards a teaching career?
SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be working with a vibrant, high-achieving primary school in central Hackney, recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team from January 2026 through to July 2026.
🌟 About the Role
This is a full-time, 5-day-a-week position - ideal for a graduate who's passionate about education and committed to developing their classroom skills. You'll work closely with class teachers and the inclusion team to ensure all children are supported and engaged in their learning.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting learning across Key Stage 2 in both whole-class and small-group settings
Providing targeted support to pupils who need extra help, including those with additional learning needs
Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
Helping pupils build confidence, independence, and a love of learning
Every day brings the chance to make a real difference - whether that's helping a pupil master a tricky maths concept or celebrating their progress in reading and writing.
🧠 What We're Looking For
A graduate (any discipline - Education, Psychology, Maths or English especially welcome)
Some experience supporting or working with children (in schools, tutoring, mentoring or youth settings)
A reliable, full-time commitment (Monday to Friday for the remainder of the school year)
A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to work well as part of a team
A genuine passion for education and supporting young learners
🌈 What the School Offers
A central Hackney location with excellent public transport links
A friendly and inclusive school culture where every staff member is valued
Support from experienced class teachers and the senior leadership team
Opportunities to gain first-hand classroom experience - ideal preparation for teacher training
Competitive daily pay and continued professional growth through SANZA CPD
📩 Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?
Send your CV to stephanie.watson@sanzateaching.com
📞 Or call Stephanie Watson on 020 7845 6240 for more details.
At SANZA Teaching Agency, we specialise in connecting passionate graduates with inspiring London schools.
Start your teaching journey in 2026 - and make every day count.