At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help pupils thrive in a vibrant primary school.
- Company: Welcoming Primary School in Wimbledon with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career growth opportunities in education.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while making a real difference in children's lives.
- Qualifications: Any degree welcome; passion for supporting children's growth is key.
The predicted salary is between 31050 - 37950 £ per year.
Location: Wimbledon
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time
Are you a graduate considering a career in education, youth work, educational psychology, or simply looking to put your degree to good use in a rewarding setting? We welcome applications from graduates of any academic discipline, whether your background is in Arts, Humanities, STEM, Social Sciences, or Sports. Engage Education is working with a welcoming Primary School in Wimbledon that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant from January 2027. Regardless of what subject you studied, this is an outstanding opportunity to gain hands‑on classroom experience, build transferable skills, and make a genuine difference to children in the local community.
About the Role
You will work across this vibrant primary school, supporting teachers and helping pupils reach their full potential. From running small learning groups to giving one-to-one encouragement, the role is dynamic and varied - no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils on a 1-to-1 basis and leading small intervention groups
- Assisting class teachers with lesson delivery and creative learning activities
- Helping children build confidence in literacy, numeracy, and broader subjects
- Assisting pupils with additional learning, language, or behavioural needs where required
- Preparing classroom resources and helping maintain an engaging environment
- Sharing feedback with teachers on pupil progress
- Inspiring positive behaviour and helping every child thrive
Career boost: This role is ideal for graduates exploring teacher training (PGCE/SCITT), speech and language therapy, educational psychology, or general mentoring and youth careers.
Key qualifications and qualities:
- Education: A degree in any subject (all degree backgrounds welcome)
- Mindset: Passionate about supporting children's growth and learning
- Approach: Proactive, adaptable, and keen to get involved in school life
- Interpersonal Skills: Able to build strong rapport with children and staff
- Communication: Solid literacy and numeracy skills to help explain key concepts
- Drive: Eager to gain meaningful, real-world experience in a supportive school
About the School
This Primary School in Wimbledon sits at the heart of its local community. It prides itself on providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to succeed. Staff collaboration is strong, support networks are excellent, and graduates are given room to grow alongside experienced educators and senior leaders.
Why Work With Engage Education?
- Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
- Access to free continuous professional development (CPD) and training courses
- A dedicated local education consultant to guide your journey
- Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
- Added perks including wellbeing support, retail discounts, and travel offers
All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.
Graduate Teaching Assistant – Primary School in Wimbledon employer: Engage Education
Engage Education is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs. With competitive pay, full-time opportunities, and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from ongoing professional development and access to specialist training. Located in Trafford and Manchester, our dedicated team fosters a nurturing environment where staff can grow and thrive while positively impacting young people's educational journeys.
