Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Education is seeking a highly capable Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a successful Brent, North West London secondary school. You will support teachers across Key Stages 3 and 4, deliver targeted interventions and help students preparing for GCSEs, with opportunities to progress into teacher training.

The role is long-term with potential permanent opportunities, offering an annualised salary of £25,000–£28,000 and an immediate or January 2027 start.

Qualifications

• First-Class or 2:1 degree from a UK university.
• Strong knowledge across English, Maths, Science, Psychology or Humanities.
• Eligible to work in the UK with enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group academic interventions.
• Support students preparing for GCSE examinations.
• Help pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN and EHCP support.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and classroom engagement.
• Develop practical teaching, mentoring and classroom management skills.

Skills

Strong academic knowledge in English

Strong academic knowledge in Maths

Strong academic knowledge in Science

Strong academic knowledge in Sociology

Strong academic knowledge in History

Education

First-Class or 2:1 degree

Job description

£25,000-£28,000 Equivalent | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Immediate or January 2027 Start

Are you a high-achieving graduate looking to kickstart a rewarding career in education?

Would you love to gain hands-on classroom experience before progressing into teacher training, educational psychology or SEN specialisms?

Could your academic knowledge, enthusiasm and personality inspire the next generation of young people?

KPI Education is recruiting ambitious, academically talented graduates for an exciting Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity at a successful, forward-thinking secondary school in Brent, North West London.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a supportive school environment where graduates are encouraged to develop professionally, gain meaningful classroom experience and explore long-term careers in education.

The Opportunity

• Salary: £25,000-£28,000 annualised equivalent
• Start Date: Immediate or January 2027
• Employment: Long-term, with potential permanent opportunities
• Progression: Potential teacher training opportunities from September 2027

What Will You Be Doing?

• Supporting classroom teachers across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Delivering targeted one-to-one and small-group academic interventions.
• Supporting students preparing for GCSE examinations.
• Helping pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN and EHCP support.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and classroom engagement.
• Developing practical teaching, mentoring and classroom management skills.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are particularly interested in graduates who offer:

• A First-Class or 2:1 degree, ideally from a Russell Group or leading UK university.
• Strong academic knowledge in English, Mathematics, Science, Psychology or Humanities.
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for education.
• Confidence, patience and the ability to motivate young people.
• An interest in teaching, educational psychology, SEN or pastoral support.

Previous school experience is advantageous but not essential.

Why Apply Through KPI Education?

KPI Education specialises in connecting exceptional graduates with schools offering meaningful, long-term opportunities rather than short-term supply placements.

You’ll gain invaluable classroom experience, professional guidance and exposure to potential career pathways within education.

Your degree could be the beginning of something extraordinary.

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