Graduate Teaching Assistant Job – Southend-on-Sea | Ideal for Aspiring Teachers

📍 Southend | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Graduate Teaching Assistant Job – Southend-on-Sea

Are you a graduate in Psychology, Sociology, English, Humanities, or Science considering a career in teaching? This Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) opportunity in Southend-on-Sea offers hands-on classroom experience across a range of age groups and settings—perfect if you’re thinking about entering the teaching profession.

💡 About the Role:

We are looking for motivated and passionate graduates to join a supportive school environment in Southend. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support teachers in delivering lessons across primary and/or secondary phases
Work with pupils of varying needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions
Receive training to become a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Cover Supervisor
Be supported in progressing toward teacher training and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
This is a great opportunity to gain classroom experience and decide if teaching is the right career path for you.

🎓 Ideal for Graduates In:

Psychology
Sociology
English or Humanities
Science and STEM subjects

No prior school experience required – just a strong interest in education and a desire to work with young people.

🌟 What These Schools Can Offer:

A welcoming and experienced staff team
Opportunities to work across Key Stages 1 to 4
Ongoing training, CPD, and mentoring support
A direct route into teacher training and QTS
Experience supporting students with SEND and additional needs

Thinking about a career in teaching?

Whether you’re interested in primary, secondary, or SEND education, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role gives you real classroom insight and the chance to develop your teaching skills from the ground up.

👉 Apply today and start your journey toward becoming a fully qualified teacher in Southend!

Who Are 4myschools?

✏️ 4myschools is a trusted education recruitment agency that has been connecting schools with dedicated, high-quality teachers and support staff since 2009.

📄 Your Work, Your Way: We prioritise flexibility for our candidates. As a Grad TA Job – Southend, you have full control over when and where you work.

🌍 Making a Difference: Every time a school partners with 4myschools. We contribute to charitable initiatives that improve access to education. Learn more about our mission to give back here.

⭐ Recognised Excellence: We’re proud to hold the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Gold Standard for Education Recruitment.

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✅ The REC Gold Standard ensures that our policies and procedures meet all legal requirements, giving schools and candidates complete peace of mind.

Apply Today!

Are you ready to inspire the next generation as Grad TA Job – Southend? 🎉 Apply now and make a lasting impact in an exceptional school! 🌟

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