Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Brent, North West London | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | October 2026 Start
Pay: £110-£120 per day | Term-Time Only
Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work or SEND support? Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Brent on a long-term basis, with the potential for a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.
This position offers valuable hands-on experience supporting young people across Key Stages 3 and 4 while working alongside experienced teachers and pastoral staff. It is an excellent stepping stone for graduates looking to gain school-based experience before progressing into teacher training or a related profession.

About the School

This well-regarded secondary school provides a supportive learning environment where student wellbeing, inclusion and academic achievement are highly valued. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils receive the support they need to succeed both academically and personally.

Role Summary

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students across a range of subjects, helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support students across KS3 and KS4 with learning and development.
  • Provide one-to-one and small-group intervention support.
  • Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and engagement.
  • Build positive relationships with students and staff.
  • Work collaboratively alongside teachers and support teams.
  • Encourage confidence, resilience and independence.
  • Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
  • Support pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia and SEMH needs where required.

Candidate Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
  • A positive, enthusiastic and approachable attitude.
  • Experience working with young people through education, tutoring, coaching, youth work or similar settings is desirable.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential.
  • Experience supporting students with SEND is advantageous but not essential.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Pay and Progression

This role offers a daily rate of £110-£120 per day.
The highest rate of £120 per day is typically available to candidates who can demonstrate previous school-based experience, substantial experience supporting young people, strong SEND knowledge, intervention delivery experience, or additional qualifications relevant to education, youth work or child development.

Why Apply?

School Selling Points

  • Supportive secondary school environment.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience across KS3 and KS4.
  • Potential pathway into permanent school-based employment.

Role Selling Points

  • Ideal experience for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists and youth workers.
  • Long-term opportunity with career development potential.
  • Develop skills supporting a wide range of learners, including pupils with SEND.

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

  • Competitive PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Access to a wide range of education opportunities across London.

Free National College CPD Access

When you register with Tradewind Recruitment, you receive a free National College subscription.
Recommended courses for this role include:
  • Supporting Pupils with SEND
  • Effective Behaviour Management
  • Safeguarding Children in Education

Required Vetting

Successful applicants will be required to:
  • Hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to complete a new application.
  • Provide professional references covering recent employment.
  • Provide evidence of degree-level qualifications.
  • Provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Flexible working requests will be considered where operationally feasible.

Apply Now

To apply or find out more, contact Elizabeth Topley:
📧 elizabeth.topley@twrecruitment.com
📞 0207 845 5450 (Option 3)

Why Tradewind Recruitment?

For over 20 years, Tradewind Recruitment has supported education professionals in securing rewarding opportunities across the UK.
Call Tradewind Recruitment today and discover why thousands of educators have trusted us for over 20 years to help them find the right opportunities, in the right schools, with the support they deserve.