Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London school is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils in various subjects starting September 2025. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a robust training program, perfect for those passionate about pursuing a teaching career.

Benefits

Structured training and development programme

Pathways to fully funded teacher training from 2026

Personal mentorship and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a 2:1 degree or higher.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Driven and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across various subjects.
• Deliver targeted academic interventions.
• Assisting in lesson preparation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Passion for education

Education

2:1 degree or higher

Job description

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Exclusive Opportunity with a Leading London School

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the classroom?

Do you want to gain first-hand experience in a high-achieving school before committing to teacher training?

Are you looking for a paid role where you’ll be supported, developed, and inspired to become an outstanding future educator?

If so, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role at one of London’s most respected secondary schools could be the ideal next step in your academic and professional journey.

KPI Education is working exclusively with a top-graded secondary school in Acton, Ealing, to recruit high-calibre graduates for a full-time Teaching Assistant role starting in September 2025.

This school is part of a prestigious Multi-Academy Trust and is known for its exceptional student outcomes, inclusive ethos, and robust teacher training pathway.

About the Role:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with subject teachers to support pupils across a range of subjects, including English, Maths, Sciences, and Humanities. Your duties will include:

Delivering targeted academic interventions in 1:1 and small-group formats

Assisting in lesson preparation and in-class support

Helping with behaviour management and classroom organisation

Contributing to extra-curricular clubs and pastoral initiatives

Preparing for a future in teaching by learning from some of London’s best educators

What the School Offers:

A competitive salary of £28,000–£30,000

A structured training and development programme

Pathways into fully funded teacher training from 2026

A dynamic, supportive school culture that champions diversity and ambition

Personal mentorship and frequent CPD opportunities

Candidate Profile:

We’re looking for graduates with a 2:1 degree or higher, ideally from a Russell Group or top 20 UK university, who are:

Passionate about education

Excellent communicators and team players

Driven, adaptable, and eager to learn

Right to work in the UK (please note: no sponsorship available)

Ready to take your first step into a rewarding teaching career?

Apply now by sending your CV to Ryan Holtby at KPI Education. Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews are held on a rolling basis.