Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant Jobs in Dulwich | September Start

A number of welcoming and well-regarded schools across Dulwich are looking to appoint Graduate Teaching Assistants for September, offering full-time, long-term opportunities throughout the academic year. These positions are perfect for graduates who want to gain meaningful experience before moving into teacher training or another profession working with children. Rather than applying to just one school, you'll be considered for opportunities across the local area, allowing us to match your skills, personality and aspirations with the right environment. If you're academically strong, eager to learn and excited by the prospect of working with young people every day, this could be the ideal next step.

A Graduate Teaching Assistant role provides far more than classroom experience. You'll work alongside experienced educators, support pupils with their learning and development, and gain a genuine understanding of what it takes to help children succeed. Whether your ambition is to become a teacher, educational psychologist, speech and language therapist or another child-focused professional, this year in schools will provide invaluable practical experience and help shape your future career.

Key Highlights

* Graduate Teaching Assistant – full-time, long-term position

* £95–£110 per day, depending on experience

* September 2026 start

* Opportunities available across Dulwich, South London

* Full academic year through to July 2027

* Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential

* Excellent preparation for teacher training or careers supporting young people

What You'll Be Doing

* Assisting pupils during lessons to improve confidence and participation

* Delivering targeted support through one-to-one and small group sessions

* Preparing classroom resources to support engaging learning experiences

* Working closely with teachers to monitor progress and encourage achievement

* Promoting positive behaviour and helping pupils remain focused throughout the day

* Supporting pupils' academic, social and personal development

Ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant for Schools in Dulwich

* Hold a degree with a strong academic profile, ideally a First or 2:1

* Possess excellent GCSE and A Level results

* Have a genuine interest in education and working with children

* Bring enthusiasm, resilience and a proactive attitude to every school day

* Experience supporting young people is welcomed but not essential

* Be available full-time from September until the end of the academic year

Why Join Schools Across Dulwich?

* Build valuable classroom experience before applying for teacher training or postgraduate study

* Learn from experienced education professionals in supportive school environments

* Develop transferable communication, leadership and behaviour management skills

* Join school communities that value graduates with ambition and strong academic potential

* Work in one of South London's most desirable neighbourhoods with excellent transport links

* Gain practical experience that will strengthen future applications within education and child-focused careers

How to Apply

If you're ready to build experience that will genuinely benefit your future career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunities across Dulwich starting this September.

The best Graduate Teaching Assistants don't simply support learning—they develop the confidence, knowledge and practical experience that opens doors to rewarding careers working with children. If that sounds like the path you're looking for, this September could be the perfect time to begin