A South London mainstream secondary school is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND across key stages KS3 to KS5. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain valuable experience in secondary education, work with young people with additional needs, and explore pathways into teaching, psychology, or specialist education.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils with SEND (including autism, dyslexia, communication and language needs) in mainstream secondary classrooms

Facilitate access to the secondary curriculum through differentiation, adapted resources, and targeted support

Deliver small-group interventions and 1:1 work under teacher direction

Implement behaviour management and safeguarding protocols

Monitor and contribute to pupil progress

Work across multiple subject areas and key stages

Collaborate with teaching staff, SEND team, parents, and external professionals

Contribute to inclusive classroom practice and positive student engagement

What We Offer

Market-competitive salary with flexible working arrangements

Full induction and on-the-job training in a supportive secondary environment





Mentoring from experienced teaching staff

Excellent foundation for progression into QTS teacher training

Direct experience valuable for psychology, educational psychology, or specialist education postgraduate study

Professional development and continued learning opportunities

Opportunity to work with young people across multiple year groups and subjects

This role is an ideal starting point for graduates exploring different career paths:

Teaching: Build subject knowledge and secure QTS through school-based training (e.g. PGCE, PGDE, School Direct) or university-led programmes.

Psychology: Gain hands-on experience with young people, learning difficulties, and behaviour management - essential grounding for undergraduate or postgraduate psychology qualifications, including child psychology and educational psychology.

Specialist Education: Develop expertise in SEND support, pastoral care, or educational services.

Many graduates use TA roles as a springboard into these pathways while earning and contributing to a school community.

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