Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Ealing; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Professional development

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is recruiting for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Ealing, West London, starting September 2026. The role offers £500-£600 per week, full-time, term-time only, within a high-achieving secondary school.

You will support English, Maths, and Science learning and gain hands-on classroom experience in a structured environment. The position is ideal for recent graduates aiming for teacher training (PGCE, SCITT, School Direct) and a future career in education, with strong

Qualifications

• Degree (2:1 or above) or due to graduate by September 2026.
• Strong academic background in English, Maths, or Science is highly desirable.
• Interest in education and working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of lessons across core subjects: English, Maths, and Science.
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group interventions to raise attainment.
• Assist with lesson preparation, classroom resources, and learning activities.
• Support positive behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Track student engagement and contribute to progress monitoring.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.
• Support students of varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs.

Skills

English

Maths

Science

Education

Degree (2:1 or above) in core subject or related discipline

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Ealing, West London
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: £500-£600 per week
Contract: Full-time, term-time only

A high-achieving, inclusive secondary school in Ealing is seeking a motivated and academically strong Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This is an outstanding opportunity for recent graduates or students due to graduate by September 2026 who are considering a future career in education and want to gain meaningful, hands‑on classroom experience in a supportive school environment.

The school is particularly keen to hear from graduates with strong academic backgrounds in English, Mathematics, and Science, who are passionate about helping young people succeed and raising attainment across core subjects.

This role provides the ideal foundation for those aspiring to progress into teacher training (PGCE, SCITT, School Direct) or wider education‑based careers.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support learning across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will play a key role in helping students make strong academic progress while contributing to a positive and focused classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of lessons across core subjects: English, Maths, and Science.
• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group interventions to raise attainment.
• Assist with lesson preparation, classroom resources, and learning activities.
• Support positive behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Track student engagement and contribute to progress monitoring.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.
• Support students of varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree (2:1 or above), or be due to graduate by September 2026, in a relevant core subject or related discipline.
• Strong academic background in English, Maths, or Science is highly desirable.
• A genuine interest in education and working with young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, resilient, and adaptable approach to working in a school environment.
• Experience in tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or youth work is beneficial but not essential.

What the School Offers

• Competitive weekly pay of £500-£600.
• Full-time, term-time role starting September 2026.
• A welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Ealing.
• Excellent training and ongoing professional development.
• Strong support from experienced teaching and leadership teams.
• Clear progression routes into teacher training and education careers.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on student achievement.

The Opportunity

This Graduate Teaching Assistant position is ideal for ambitious graduates who are passionate about education and eager to develop their classroom experience in a structured and supportive environment. You will gain invaluable insight into teaching while helping students achieve their full academic potential.

If you are a high‑calibre graduate (or soon‑to‑be graduate) ready to take your first step into education, this role in Ealing offers the perfect launchpad.