Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you a graduate eager to work in education and gain school-based experience before applying for teacher training or educational psychology? Reeson Education is looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a warm and inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest, supporting pupils across a range of academic and additional needs.

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone passionate about education and child development, particularly in working with children with special educational needs (SEN).

• Support learning in EYFS, KS1 or KS2 classes

• Work with children who need additional academic or emotional support

• Assist teachers with lesson delivery, classroom setup, and learning resources

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEN such as autism, ADHD or speech & language needs

• Help track pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, or a related field

• A positive, enthusiastic attitude with a genuine interest in education

• Some experience working with children in a school, tutoring, or voluntary capacity

• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team

• Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one

• Excellent exposure to classroom life and the UK curriculum

• A chance to explore pathways into teacher training or educational psychology

• Opportunities to support a range of pupils, including those with SEN

• Work in schools that value inclusion, creativity, and student wellbeing

• Well-connected East London borough with easy access to the Victoria Line and Overground

Apply today to take your first step into education as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest - an opportunity that could shape your future career.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.