Stem Graduate Teaching Assistant - Independent School | Surrey

Kpi Recruiting Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is coordinating a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant role at a prestigious independent school in Surrey. You will support Mathematics, Science and Technology lessons, help with GCSE/A-Level work, and assist in practical lab sessions.

Ideal for STEM graduates seeking valuable classroom experience; requires a 2:1 degree, strong GCSE/A-Level results, and excellent communication skills. Term-time, full-time with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree from a leading university, with strong A-Level/ GCSE results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working with young people and a genuine interest in education.

Responsibilities

• Support students across Mathematics, Science and Technology lessons.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group academic interventions.
• Provide GCSE and A-Level subject support.
• Assist with practical experiments and laboratory sessions.
• Work closely with students who require additional academic challenge or support.
• Support classroom teachers with lesson preparation and resource development.
• Contribute to enrichment clubs, STEM projects and wider school activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Student motivation

Inspire and support learners

Education

2:1 degree or above

Job description

STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant - Independent School | Surrey

STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant

Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering & Computer Science Graduates
Prestigious Independent School | Surrey
Full-Time | Term-Time Only
£550 - £600 Per Week
Immediate Start Available

Are you a high-achieving STEM graduate looking to gain valuable experience in a leading independent school?

Would you thrive in a high-performing academic environment, supporting talented students across Mathematics, Science and Technology subjects?

A prestigious independent school in Surrey is seeking exceptional STEM graduates to join its academic support team. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates with strong subject knowledge and excellent academic credentials to gain first-hand experience working alongside outstanding teachers and highly motivated students.

Renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and impressive examination results, the school offers graduates the opportunity to develop their skills within a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment.

The Role

As a STEM Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students across a range of STEM subjects, helping them maximise their academic potential whilst contributing to the wider life of the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within Mathematics, Science and Technology lessons.
• Delivering one-to-one and small group academic interventions.
• Providing GCSE and A-Level subject support.
• Assisting with practical experiments and laboratory sessions.
• Working closely with students who require additional academic challenge or support.
• Supporting classroom teachers with lesson preparation and resource development.
• Contributing to enrichment clubs, STEM projects and wider school activities.

Candidate Requirements

Applications are welcomed from graduates in:

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Natural Sciences
• Other STEM-related disciplines

The ideal candidate will have:

• A 2:1 degree or above from a leading university.
• Excellent A-Level and GCSE results.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence working with young people.
• A genuine interest in education and student development.
• The ability to inspire, motivate and support learners.

Previous tutoring, mentoring, coaching or educational experience is advantageous but not essential.

What the School Offers

• £550 - £600 per week (term time only).
• Opportunity to work within a prestigious independent school renowned for academic excellence.
• Smaller class sizes, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with students and provide tailored academic support.
• Highly motivated, respectful and well-behaved students who are engaged in their learning and eager to succeed.
• Outstanding mentoring and professional development from experienced teaching staff.
• State-of-the-art STEM facilities, laboratories and learning resources.
• A supportive and collaborative staff community.
• The opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest young mathematicians, scientists and engineers in the region.
• Full academic year position with excellent career development opportunities.
• Exposure to outstanding teaching and learning practices within an independent school setting.

Why Apply?

Unlike many school-based support roles, this opportunity offers the chance to work with smaller class groups and highly engaged students, enabling you to have a genuine impact on individual progress and achievement. You will be joining a school where students value their education, demonstrate excellent behaviour and actively embrace academic challenge, creating an enjoyable and rewarding environment in which to work.

Immediate Vacancies Available

The school is interviewing immediately and has a number of exciting opportunities available for talented STEM graduates to join its successful academic support team. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to start straight away and become an integral part of a thriving independent school community.