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 prospect 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
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
Career development and continued learning opportunities
Chance 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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