Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant, KPI EDUCATION

Guardian Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £27,000–£32,000

September start

London schools experience

Job summary

Guardian Jobs in London is seeking ambitious Russell Group graduates for Graduate Teaching Assistant roles starting this September, offering £27,000–£32,000 and invaluable classroom experience in top London schools. You will support students across KS3–KS5, deliver targeted interventions, and mentor learners while working with teachers on high‑level classroom delivery.

This role provides fast‑track experience before PGCE, teacher training, or psychology routes and offers a clear pathway into

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Russell Group university with a 2:1 degree or above.
• Interest in teaching, psychology, or working with young people.
• Ability to mentor and raise attainment.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3–KS5.
• Deliver targeted academic interventions.
• Work 1:1 with students needing extra support.
• Assist teachers with high-level classroom delivery.
• Mentor students academically and pastorally.

Skills

Strong academic performance

Excellent communication skills

Mentoring

Ambition for education

Education

Russell Group degree

2:1 degree

Job description

Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant – London

September Start | Earn £27,000 – £32,000 | Elite School Experience

Graduated from a Russell Group university and wondering what’s next?

Thinking about teaching, psychology, or a career working with young people?

Want to get paid to gain world-class school experience before your next big step?

Outstanding schools across London are searching for exceptional Russell Group graduates to join their teams as Graduate Teaching Assistants this September. These highly sought-after roles are designed for ambitious graduates who want to gain invaluable experience in education while working alongside some of the best teachers and school leaders in the country.

Whether your background is in English, Maths, Science, Psychology, Humanities, Languages, or STEM, these schools are looking for academically strong graduates with personality, confidence, and the drive to make a genuine impact.

This is not your average graduate role. You will become a key part of school life — supporting students academically, mentoring young people, leading interventions, and developing the skills needed for future careers in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or leadership.

Why These Roles Stand Out

• £27,000 – £32,000 salary package
• September start with long-term career progression
• Opportunities in outstanding and high-performing London schools
• Work alongside inspirational teachers and senior leaders
• Incredible experience before PGCE, teacher training, or psychology routes
• Gain hands‑on classroom experience from day one
• Fast‑track opportunities into salaried teacher training programmes
• Build confidence, leadership, and communication skills
• Make a genuine difference every single day

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting students across KS3–KS5
• Delivering targeted academic interventions
• Working 1:1 with students requiring additional support
• Assisting teachers in high‑level classroom delivery
• Mentoring students both academically and pastorally
• Helping raise attainment and student confidence
• Becoming fully immersed in school life and culture

What Schools Are Looking For

• Russell Group graduate with a strong academic background
• 2:1 degree or above preferred
• Confident, articulate, and professional individuals
• Passion for education and working with young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or youth work experience desirable
• Ambitious graduates considering long‑term careers in education