English Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Peckham Rye is seeking an English Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS3 and KS4. The role involves assisting teachers in delivering lessons, providing academic support, and contributing to school life. Applicants should have a degree in English or a related field, along with a strong interest in working with young people. This position offers ongoing training and mentorship, as well as a pathway toward teacher training from September 2026.

Benefits

Ongoing training and mentorship

Pathway to teacher training

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Degree 2:1 or higher in English or a related field is required.
• Ability to build strong, positive relationships with students.
• A can-do attitude with enthusiasm for learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group academic support.
• Assist with behaviour management and classroom organisation.

Skills

Interest in working with young people

Ability to build strong relationships

Enthusiastic attitude towards learning

Education

Degree 2:1 or higher in English or related degree

Job description

English Graduate Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Secondary School | September Start

Location: Peckham Rye, South West London
Contract: Full-time role, Monday to Friday 8:30am-16:00pm
Salary: £500-£600 per week
Start Date: September 2025
School Type: Secondary School with Outstanding Ofsted rating

Job Summary

Are you passionate about English and looking to make a difference in a school setting, whilst also furthering your career progression and getting closer to your goals?

This top-achieving Secondary School with an exceptional reputation in the local area is looking for an English Graduate Teaching Assistant who can use their exceptional academic background and passion for English to offer exceptional academic support to students from September 2025.

As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll support pupils across KS3 and KS4, working alongside experienced teachers to build your skills and confidence in a school setting.

Key Responsibilities

As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality lessons in core subjects
• Provide one-to-one and small group academic support
• Help pupils stay engaged and on track with their learning
• Assist with behaviour management and classroom organisation
• Contribute to extracurricular activities and school life
• Prepare resources and materials to support learning

Who We’re Looking For

To succeed as an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you should have:

• A degree 2:1 or higher in English or related degree
• A genuine interest in working with young people
• An open nature and the ability to build strong, positive relationships with students
• A can-do attitude as well as an enthusiastic attitude towards learning
• An interest in potentially training as a teacher in the future
• Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

We provide a supportive environment for graduates taking their first step into education:

• Full-time English Graduate Teaching Assistant role
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Pathway to teacher training from September 2026
• Vibrant and diverse school with undeniably great results
• Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ graded school
• Excellent transport links and free parking
• On-site CPD and access to teaching resources

Application Process

Interested in becoming an English Graduate Teaching Assistant? Apply now via Indeed with your CV you hear back from the team here at KPi Education. Early applications are encouraged – we interview on a rolling basis.

Closing Date: 1st of September 2025
Interview Dates: Ongoing

Ready to take your first step into teaching? Apply now and join our team as an English Graduate Teaching Assistant this September.

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