At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help students achieve their academic and personal goals.
- Company: Engage Education, connecting graduates with secondary schools in London.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Dedicated support throughout your placement and great career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while gaining invaluable classroom experience.
- Qualifications: Degree holder with a passion for education and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
Kick-start your career in education and make a real difference to young people’s lives.
Engage Education is looking for ambitious and enthusiastic Graduate Learning Support Assistants to join a number of secondary schools across Greenwich from September 2026.
This is the perfect opportunity for graduates who are considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, social work, or child and adolescent mental health.
You’ll gain invaluable classroom experience while supporting students to achieve their academic and personal goals.
The Role
As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you will
- Work closely with teachers to support learning across a range of subjects.
- Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to help students build confidence and improve attainment.
- Support pupils with additional learning needs, including SEND, ADHD, Autism (ASC), dyslexia, and SEMH where appropriate.
- Encourage student participation and engagement in lessons.
- Assist with classroom management and the preparation of learning resources.
- Help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for graduates who
- Hold a degree in any subject.
- Have a genuine passion for working with young people.
- Are considering a long-term career in education or a related profession.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Are proactive, patient, and resilient.
- Have experience working with children or young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, volunteering, or similar roles (desirable but not essential).
- What’s on Offer
- Full-time positions starting September 2026.
- Competitive daily pay.
- Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment.
- Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced school staff.
- Excellent preparation for teacher training and other education-related careers.
- Dedicated support from your Engage Education consultant throughout your placement.
Why Join Through Engage Education?
At Engage Education, we work with a wide network of secondary schools across London, matching graduates with roles that align with their skills, interests, and career aspirations.
We’ll support you throughout your placement and help you take the next step in your education career.
If you’re ready to gain valuable school-based experience while making a lasting impact on students’ lives, we’d love to hear from you.
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Graduate Learning Support Assistant – Secondary Schools | Greenwich | September 2026 Start employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Partners Limited is an excellent employer for those looking to kickstart their career in education, particularly as a Primary Teaching Assistant Apprentice in Dartford. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers a fully funded Level 3 Apprenticeship, comprehensive training, and mentoring, all within a supportive work culture that values learning and development. This role not only allows you to earn while you learn but also provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.
