Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Education is seeking an outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant for a prestigious independent secondary school in Westminster, Central London. This is more than a traditional TA role, inviting intellectually curious graduates to inspire academic excellence and contribute to a high-achieving school community.

You will support academically ambitious students across KS3, GCSE and A-Level, deliver targeted mentoring and interventions, and assist with enrichment activities, independent learning

Qualifications

• Degree in a leading university (preferably Oxbridge, Russell Group) or equivalent.
• Exceptional communication skills and intellectual curiosity essential.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship; enhanced DBS checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support academically ambitious students across KS3, GCSE and A-Level.
• Deliver targeted academic mentoring and subject-specific interventions.
• Support enrichment activities, independent learning and examination preparation.
• Provide personalised support to students with varying learning needs.
• Develop confidence in classroom delivery, lesson planning and student engagement.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Intellectual curiosity

Education

First-class or 2:1 degree

Job description

£28,000–£32,000 Equivalent | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Immediate or January 2027 Start

Have you graduated from Oxford, Cambridge, a Russell Group or another leading university and want to put your academic ability to exceptional use?

Would you relish the opportunity to work in a prestigious independent school in the heart of Westminster, supporting ambitious students in a highly academic environment?

Are you considering a future in teaching and looking for the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable experience before taking your next step?

KPI Education is seeking an outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant for an exciting opportunity within a prestigious independent secondary school in Westminster, Central London.

This is far more than a traditional Teaching Assistant position.

We are looking for intellectually curious, articulate and ambitious graduates who can inspire young minds, champion academic excellence and contribute positively to a school community where high expectations and individual development go hand in hand.

The Opportunity

• Location: Westminster, Central London
• Salary: £28,000–£32,000 annualised equivalent
• Start Date: Immediate or January 2027
• Setting: Independent Secondary School
• Employment: Long-term, with potential permanent opportunities
• Progression: Potential pathway into teacher training from September 2027

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

You’ll gain exposure to a stimulating academic environment while working alongside experienced teaching professionals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting academically ambitious students across KS3, GCSE and A-Level.
• Delivering targeted academic mentoring and subject-specific interventions.
• Supporting enrichment activities, independent learning and examination preparation.
• Providing personalised support to students with varying learning needs.
• Developing confidence in classroom delivery, lesson planning, and student engagement.

The Graduate We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates offering:

• A First-Class or 2:1 degree, ideally from Oxbridge, Russell Group or another leading university.
• Academic expertise in Mathematics, English, Sciences, Classics, Languages or Humanities.
• Exceptional communication skills and intellectual curiosity.
• Professionalism, initiative and a genuine passion for education.
• The ambition to pursue teaching or another education-related career.

Previous classroom experience is not essential. Academic excellence, character and potential are what matter.

Why KPI Education?

We specialise in introducing exceptional graduates to schools offering meaningful, long-term career opportunities.

Your academic achievements have opened doors. Could this opportunity shape your future?

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and complete enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.