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Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 07 November 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 07 December 2025
Location: Basildon, Essex
Remote working: On-site only
Company: talentED Recruiters
Job type: Contract
Job reference: GTA/Bas

Summary

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Primary, Secondary or SEN

Location: Basildon
Start Date: Asap
Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term
Salary: Competitive daily rate

About the Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistants to support pupils across Primary, Secondary, and SEN settings. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates considering a future career in teaching, psychology, youth work, or education.

Responsibilities:

-Supporting teaching and learning across the classroom
-Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups
-Helping deliver engaging activities set by teachers
-Assisting with behaviour management and positive reinforcement
-Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils
-Helping create an inclusive and safe learning environment
-Providing additional support to pupils with SEN where needed
-Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff

Requirements:

-A degree in any subject
-A passion for education and supporting young people
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills
-Confidence working with children and young people
-A positive, proactive, and resilient attitude
-Experience with children (schools, tutoring, coaching, volunteering, etc.) is desirable
-Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

-Competitive rates of pay
-Full support from an experienced consultant
-Opportunities for CPD and skill development
-Valuable classroom experience for future teacher training
-Long-term placements in supportive schools


If you are a passionate graduate looking to gain experience in a Primary, Secondary, or SEN school, we would love to hear from you.