Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools
Location: East London
Contract Type: Flexible, Term-Time Only
Start Date: Ongoing
Salary: £100–£120 per day
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate with a passion for education, looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people? Whether you're interested in a future career in teaching, psychology, youth work, or educational support—this opportunity could be the perfect stepping stone for you.
Milk Education is working in partnership with secondary schools across East London to recruit enthusiastic, driven, and compassionate Graduate Teaching Assistants to join schools from Summer 2025 and into the new academic year.
Who Are We Looking For?
We welcome applications from graduates across a wide range of subjects, including but not limited to:
Psychology Graduates – Interested in working 1:1 or in small groups to support pupils with special educational needs such as autism, ADHD or SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs).
Core Subject Graduates – English, Maths or Science grads keen to support pupils in KS3 to GCSE and A-Level through tailored interventions, revision support and in-class assistance.
PE/Sports Graduates – Confident and energetic graduates looking to engage pupils through sport-based interventions or behaviour mentoring roles, helping improve focus, discipline and wellbeing.
This is also a great opportunity to build experience in cover supervision, providing classroom support and stepping in for absent teachers to develop classroom management skills.
What Will You Be Doing?
Supporting pupils either 1:1 or in small groups with both academic and pastoral support
Assisting class teachers in delivering engaging lessons
Helping with planning and preparing resources
Supporting behaviour management and promoting positive learning environments
Gaining valuable experience through cover supervision and classroom leadership
Working closely with SEND teams and pastoral staff to promote inclusion and well-being
Why This Role?
Perfect for graduates looking to pursue a PGCE, teacher training or a career in education/child psychology
Gain hands-on experience in a variety of classroom roles across mainstream and SEN settings
Make a meaningful difference to young people’s education and personal development
Be part of a vibrant and supportive school community in Hackney
The Milk Difference
Milk Education is a purpose-driven supply agency with a difference. We offer:
Personalised, 1:1 support from an experienced consultant
Access to FREE CPD and training, including safeguarding, SEND and classroom management
Opportunities to work across a network of schools
Competitive daily rates paid weekly
Long-term and short-term roles to suit your schedule
Work that aligns with your career ambitions, whether that’s teaching, psychology, mentoring or coaching
Whether you're graduating this summer or finished your degree within the last couple of years, this is your chance to gain classroom experience, develop valuable skills and discover your pathway into education.
Ready to inspire the next generation?
Apply now or contact Milk Education to learn more about Graduate TA opportunities in Hackney!
