Graduate Teaching Assistant

Support Staff Jobs
Inner London, Inner London - South East
Long term
£95 - £115 per day /
2 October 2026

Job Description

Long term
Lewisham
Posted 9 hours ago
£95 - £115 per day GBP / Year

Website Horizon Teachers

Horizon Teachers are currently working with a co-educational Secondary School in Lewisham, South London, who are looking to hire an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis with an ASAP start.
This Graduate Teaching Assistant job in Lewisham will be offering a competitive daily rate of £95 – £115 per day, dependent on experience.
The successful applicant will be a university graduate who is passionate about working with young people and keen to gain valuable experience within a secondary school environment. You will support pupils across KS3-KS5, including students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), both on a 1:1 basis and within small groups. You will also work closely with teaching staff to support learning, manage behaviour and help pupils engage effectively with the curriculum.
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate considering a future career in teaching, education or working with young people to build substantial classroom experience throughout the academic year.
The School is Looking For:

A Graduate Teaching Assistant with a degree from a UK university
Someone passionate about supporting young people and helping pupils achieve their academic potential
Those with experience supporting secondary-aged children are particularly encouraged to apply
Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is highly desirable
Someone competent and confident in GCSE Maths and English
A resilient and enthusiastic individual with the ability to quickly build a positive rapport with pupils
Someone confident supporting pupils 1:1 and within small groups
An individual able to assist classroom teachers with lesson preparation and general classroom support
Someone available to interview immediately with a view to starting ASAP

The School Can Offer:

A competitive daily rate of £95 – £115 per day, dependent on experience
A long-term position throughout the academic year
The opportunity to gain extensive classroom experience across KS3-KS5
Valuable experience supporting pupils with a range of SEN and additional needs
An excellent opportunity for graduates considering teacher training or a future career in education
A supportive working environment alongside experienced teachers and support staff

Why Horizon Teachers?

We are a team of specialist education consultants with numerous years of experience, many of whom are ex-teachers
We offer complete management of the whole interview process from start to finish
We are one of the highest rated agencies with a 8 Google rating* from teachers, support staff and schools we have helped
Easy registration process completed in full through one online link and a video consultation
Free certified safeguarding training offered to support staff once registered with Horizon
Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals

Hit ‘Apply Now’ to join this secondary school in Lewisham, South London, as a Graduate Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis with an ASAP start.
“Will was extremely helpful by finding my long term / permanent placement options available in my area. He went as far as giving up time on weekends to help me prep for my interviews and keeping me well updated at every stage; as well as making sure the process was smooth.” 5 Star Google Review

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We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

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      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lovely working with Horizon teachers. Especially with Alexa who helped place me in SEN TA work and has recently found me a wonderful permanent placement in a school. Super grateful!!
  
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   Goodness Umoru 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve had a really amazing and positive experience with the team since joining. From the start, Paul (Primary Team) and David (Secondary Team) have both been incredibly supportive, approachable, and professional, making the whole process smooth and reassuring. I’ve been working with both a primary and a secondary consultant, and the communication between them has been excellent. They’ve always been available to answer questions and provide guidance whenever needed. The support I received before starting my placement was especially helpful. My consultant gave me great insight into the school, which really helped me feel prepared and confident going in. I also completed their Teaching Assistant training, along with Safeguarding Level 1 and Level 2, which were both very informative and valuable. A special thanks to David for checking in with me when things were a bit challenging — it really made a difference and showed genuine care and support. Overall, I’ve felt well-supported throughout my journey so far and would definitely recommend their service to others. Ahmed.
  
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   Ahmed ZERHOUN 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've had a lovely experience with Horizon Teachers so far, especially with Alexa who helped me throughout my registration process. She has been really helpful and responsive throughout! The team has been supportive in helping me find work as a teaching assistant, and I would definitely recommend them!
  
  Posted on Google  
 
    
   Elixandra Dawa 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When I registered with Horizon, I was fearful of it being just like the rest. The ones that create empty promises to keep your interest and who want to benefit more from your hardwork than yourself. Melanie proved that Horizon was a cut above the rest. From the very start, Melanie was keen on getting employment that fulfilled my wishes. She stayed in contact to inform me of potential positions and offered me clear advice in order to secure the ideal post. Even after that, Melanie still contacts me to ensure all is well. I have and will continue to recommend Horizon and Melanie to other persons in the educational field.
  
  Posted on Google  
 
    
   Hadda Levy 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been working under Horizon as a TA since early Dec, and have only compliments. My agency contact, Alexa, has been great at providing information, fixing any miscommunications and has personally chased after my timesheet approvals. I have already recommended Horizon to friends as well as a coworker who had problems with their own agency and I would definitely recommend Horizon again as a great agency for TA's.
  
  Posted on Google  
 
    
   Sashaaa 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Its a good agency, they got me a long term placement very quickly that started in November and I'm still in that placement. They didn't prep me anything about the school other than where it is, the age group and department that I'll be in but, I'm sure if I had asked for more details they would have provided them without issue. The agency consultant staff are very friendly and always try their best to help out!!
  
  Posted on Google  
 
    
   Ethan 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with Horizon Teachers. The team is supportive, communicative, and helped me find suitable placements quickly. I felt well-prepared and supported throughout—would definitely recommend!
  
  Posted on Google  
 
    
   nilani kumari 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been working with Horizon Teaching for several months now in an SEN school, and my experience has been very positive. The whole process from starting out to being placed in a school was quick and smooth. I’d especially like to mention David, who I’ve been working with since September. He has been incredibly supportive, always approachable, and very quick to respond to any questions or concerns. He takes feedback positively and acts on it, always doing his best to meet requirements and make sure everything runs smoothly. David also genuinely looks after staff, which makes a big difference. Thank you David and the Horizon Teaching team — I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to work in schools.
  
  Posted on Google  
 
    
   Sadia Tajin

Lovely working with Horizon teachers. Especially with Alexa who helped place me in SEN TA work and has recently found me a wonderful permanent placement in a school. Super grateful!!

Goodness Umoru

I’ve had a really amazing and positive experience with the team since joining. From the start, Paul (Primary Team) and David (Secondary Team) have both been incredibly supportive, approachable, and professional, making the whole process smooth and reassuring. I’ve been working with both a primary and a secondary consultant, and the communication between them has been excellent. They’ve always been available to answer questions and provide guidance whenever needed. The support I received before starting my placement was especially helpful. My consultant gave me great insight into the school, which really helped me feel prepared and confident going in. I also completed their Teaching Assistant training, along with Safeguarding Level 1 and Level 2, which were both very informative and valuable. A special thanks to David for checking in with me when things were a bit challenging — it really made a difference and showed genuine care and support. Overall, I’ve felt well-supported throughout my journey so far and would definitely recommend their service to others. Ahmed.

Ahmed ZERHOUN

I've had a lovely experience with Horizon Teachers so far, especially with Alexa who helped me throughout my registration process. She has been really helpful and responsive throughout! The team has been supportive in helping me find work as a teaching assistant, and I would definitely recommend them!

Elixandra Dawa

When I registered with Horizon, I was fearful of it being just like the rest. The ones that create empty promises to keep your interest and who want to benefit more from your hardwork than yourself. Melanie proved that Horizon was a cut above the rest. From the very start, Melanie was keen on getting employment that fulfilled my wishes. She stayed in contact to inform me of potential positions and offered me clear advice in order to secure the ideal post. Even after that, Melanie still contacts me to ensure all is well. I have and will continue to recommend Horizon and Melanie to other persons in the educational field.

Hadda Levy

I've been working under Horizon as a TA since early Dec, and have only compliments. My agency contact, Alexa, has been great at providing information, fixing any miscommunications and has personally chased after my timesheet approvals. I have already recommended Horizon to friends as well as a coworker who had problems with their own agency and I would definitely recommend Horizon again as a great agency for TA's.

Sashaaa

Its a good agency, they got me a long term placement very quickly that started in November and I'm still in that placement. They didn't prep me anything about the school other than where it is, the age group and department that I'll be in but, I'm sure if I had asked for more details they would have provided them without issue. The agency consultant staff are very friendly and always try their best to help out!!

Ethan

Great experience with Horizon Teachers. The team is supportive, communicative, and helped me find suitable placements quickly. I felt well-prepared and supported throughout—would definitely recommend!

nilani kumari

I’ve been working with Horizon Teaching for several months now in an SEN school, and my experience has been very positive. The whole process from starting out to being placed in a school was quick and smooth. I’d especially like to mention David, who I’ve been working with since September. He has been incredibly supportive, always approachable, and very quick to respond to any questions or concerns. He takes feedback positively and acts on it, always doing his best to meet requirements and make sure everything runs smoothly. David also genuinely looks after staff, which makes a big difference. Thank you David and the Horizon Teaching team — I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to work in schools.

Sadia Tajin

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