Graduate Teaching Assistant Opportunities - Gain School Experience Before Your PGCE
Are you a recent graduate considering a career in teaching?
Are you thinking about applying for a PGCE but want valuable classroom experience first?
Empowering Learning is working closely with Primary, Secondary and SEN schools and we are looking for motivated graduates who want to gain hands-on experience in education.
This is an excellent opportunity to build confidence, develop classroom skills and strengthen your future teacher training applications.
What We Can Offer
We can support you into:
* Primary schools (EYFS, KS1, KS2)
* Secondary schools (subject-specific support roles)
* SEN schools (supporting pupils with additional needs)
You may work as:
* Teaching Assistant
* Graduate Learning Support Assistant
* 1:1 Support Assistant
* Intervention Support
Why This Role is Ideal Before a PGCE
✔ Gain real classroom experience
✔ Work alongside experienced teachers
✔ Understand behaviour management in practice
✔ Build confidence leading small groups
✔ Strengthen your PGCE or teacher training application
✔ Explore whether Primary, Secondary or SEN is right for you
Many of our graduates go on to secure teacher training placements after gaining experience through us.
What We're Looking For
* A degree (any subject considered)
* A genuine interest in education
* Strong communication skills
* Confidence, enthusiasm and resilience
* A proactive and professional attitude
Previous school experience is beneficial but not essential.
Flexible Opportunities Available
We offer daily supply, short-term and long-term roles depending on your availability and career goals.
Whether you're looking for experience for a term, a year before your PGCE, or to explore SEN pathways, we can tailor placements to suit you.
If you're serious about working in education and want structured support into schools, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Empowering Learning to discuss how we can help you take your first step into teaching.