STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students in a secondary school setting. You will assist teachers and provide academic support to pupils while gaining valuable classroom experience. This full-time role offers a pathway to teacher training starting September 2026, making it ideal for those passionate about education and working with young people.

Benefits

Ongoing training and mentorship

Pathway to teacher training

Excellent transport links and free parking

Qualifications

• A degree in a related STEM field is required.
• Proactive attitude with strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Genuine interest in working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS3 and KS4 in a classroom setting.
• Assist teachers in delivering high-quality lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group academic support.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Enthusiasm for teaching

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree 2:1 or higher in STEM

Job description

STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Secondary School | September Start

Location: Clapham, South West London
Contract: Full-time role, Monday to Friday 8:00am-15:30pm
Salary: £500-£600 per week
Start Date: September 2025
School Type: Secondary School

Job Summary

Are you a recent or soon-to-be STEM graduate with a real passion for Maths, Science, Engineering, Computer Science or more?

Have you considered teaching as a career but would like to gain more experience in the classroom before committing to teacher training?

This dynamic secondary school is looking to instil a passion for STEM and academic success in their students by welcoming a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant, who can gain hands-on classroom experience while making a difference every day.

With opportunities to build your confidence and school-based-skills, as well as progression opportunities into salaried teacher training from September 2025, this is an excellent place to start your journey into education.

Key Responsibilities

As a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across KS3 and KS4, working alongside experienced teachers to build your skills and confidence in a school setting

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality lessons in core subjects
• Provide one-to-one and small group academic support
• Develop students' engagement and confidence through interactive and tailored support
• Prepare resources and materials to support learning

Who We’re Looking For

To succeed as a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant, you should have:

• A degree 2:1 or higher in any related STEM degree

• A proactive attitude combined with strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching

• A genuine interest in working with young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• An interest in potentially training as a teacher in the future
• Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

Providing a supportive environment for graduates taking their first step into education:

• Full-time STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant position
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Pathway to teacher training from September 2026
• Modern school building with supportive ethos and excellent results
• Excellent transport links and free parking
• On-site CPD and access to teaching resources

Application Process

Interested in becoming a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant? Apply now via Indeed with your CV you hear back from the team here at KPi Education. Early applications are encouraged – we interview on a rolling basis.

Closing Date: 1st of September 2025
Interview Dates: Ongoing

Ready to take your first step into teaching? Apply now and join our team as a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant this September.

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