Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant\n\nSecondary School | Croydon | September Start | Full Time\n\nAre you a high-achieving graduate looking to take your first step into education?\n\nWe are working with an outstanding secondary school in Croydon seeking ambitious and motivated graduates to join their team as Graduate Teaching Assistants.\n\nThis is an exceptional opportunity for graduates who are considering a future career in teaching, education, or child-focused professions, and want meaningful, school-based experience in a high-performing and supportive environment.\n\nApplications are welcome from graduates of all subject areas, particularly those with strong academic backgrounds who are passionate about working with young people and making a real impact in the classroom.\n\nThe Role - Graduate Teaching Assistant (Croydon)\n\nAs a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students across the school to access learning, build confidence, and achieve strong academic outcomes.\n\nWorking closely with experienced teachers, you will support learning in the classroom, deliver targeted interventions, and provide tailored academic support to individuals and small groups. Where possible, you will also be deployed within your degree specialism to add further value to subject delivery.\n\nAbout the School\n\nThis outstanding secondary school in Croydon offers a vibrant and supportive environment where both students and staff thrive. You can expect:\n\nA consistently high-performing school with excellent GCSE and A-Level outcomes\nA collaborative, supportive and experienced staff team\nEngaged students with positive attitudes to learning\nExcellent CPD and teacher training pathways\nStrong pastoral systems and inclusive practice\nConvenient transport links across South London\nA welcoming and ambitious school community \n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nAs a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:\n\nSupport students on a 1:1, small group, and whole-class basis\nAssist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons\nDeliver targeted intervention sessions to raise attainment\nMonitor and feedback on student progress and engagement\nAdapt learning materials to support different abilities and needs\nPromote positive behaviour and a focused learning environment\nHelp build student confidence, resilience, and independence \n\nPerson Specification\n\nWe are looking for graduates who:\n\nHold a degree from a recognised university\nHave strong academic ability and subject knowledge\nAre confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills\nAre passionate about education and working with young people\nAre considering a future career in teaching or a related field\nAre proactive, reliable, and eager to learn \n\nNext Steps\n\nIf you are a motivated graduate looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Croydon, and want to gain invaluable experience in an outstanding secondary school, we would love to hear from you