Job title: Graduate Teaching Assistant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Support
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Ealing, West London
Job published: 02-06-2025
Job ID: 104666

Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Acton, London – September 2025

Join a forward-thinking secondary school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Acton, London this September and gain the experience needed to launch a successful career in education.

Why apply for this Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Acton, London?

  • £28,977 FTE salary, term-time only.

  • Twice as many training days as standard.

  • Weekly staff training and one-to-one coaching.

  • Opportunity to train as a teacher after one year in post.

  • A calm and respectful learning environment with exceptional student behaviour.

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver targeted academic and behavioural interventions.

  • Tutor individuals and small groups, especially in literacy and personal development.

  • Mentor students to boost self-confidence and aspirations.

  • Support class teachers and work closely with Heads of Year and SENCO.

  • Assist with planning, behaviour support, and after-school clubs.

  • Supervise students during lunch, breaktimes and school trips.

  • Engage fully in CPD opportunities to prepare for a teaching career.

What makes this Acton-based Graduate Teaching Assistant role stand out?

  • Located just a 5-minute walk from Acton Town tube station.

  • Staff work collaboratively to implement a well-resourced curriculum.

  • Minimal marking and meetings—time is focused on student progress.

  • A school ethos built on high expectations, warmth and respect.

  • A supportive, open-door culture with regular feedback and development.

Ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant Profile:

  • Degree-level qualification and right to work in the UK.

  • Experience working with young people in any setting.

  • Positive, reflective, and highly motivated.

  • Strong communication skills and a passion for education.

  • Committed to safeguarding and student welfare.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Graduate Teaching Assistant in Acton, London. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Graduate Teaching Assistant role.

Graduate Teaching Assistant | Ealing