Graduate Teaching Assistant

West London | September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract

Salary: £26,500 - £30,000 per annum

Are you a high-achieving graduate looking to gain classroom experience before embarking on teacher training?

Do you want to work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in one of West London's most ambitious and supportive secondary schools?

Could this Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity be the perfect first step towards a rewarding career in education?

An exceptional secondary school in West London is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant from September 2026. This full-time, fixed-term role is designed for graduates who are passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.

This Graduate Teaching Assistant position will allow you to work closely with experienced teaching professionals, support students academically and pastorally, and gain first-hand experience of life within a successful school environment. Whether your ambitions lie in teaching, educational psychology, SEN, therapy, or wider educational leadership, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role provides the ideal foundation.

Why Join This School as a Graduate Teaching Assistant?

This thriving West London school has developed a reputation for nurturing talented graduates and providing clear pathways into teacher training and long-term educational careers.

School Highlights

• Outstanding leadership team committed to staff development
• Exceptional behaviour and learning culture
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and progression
• Modern teaching facilities and specialist learning spaces
• Excellent transport links across West London
• Proven success in supporting graduates into teacher training programmes
• Inclusive and diverse school community

Graduate Teaching Assistant Benefits

• Competitive salary of £26,500 - £30,000
• Full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant role
• September 2026 start
• Fixed-term contract for the academic year
• Weekly professional development and training
• Mentoring from experienced teachers and middle leaders
• Exposure to teaching, SEND, pastoral, and intervention support
• Fantastic preparation for PGCE, School Direct, or salaried teacher training routes

Graduate Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, your duties will include:

• Supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Delivering academic interventions to raise attainment
• Working one-to-one and in small groups with students
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities
• Monitoring student progress and engagement
• Helping create a positive and productive learning environment

Graduate Teaching Assistant Requirements

The ideal Graduate Teaching Assistant will possess:

• A 2:1 degree or higher from a reputable university
• A genuine passion for education and supporting young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and resilient approach to learning and development
• Ambitions to pursue a career in teaching or wider education

This Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity offers an unrivalled platform for graduates looking to gain valuable school-based experience while receiving expert training and mentorship throughout the academic year.

Apply Today

If you are ready to begin your journey as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and gain invaluable experience within a leading West London secondary school, we want to hear from you.

To apply for this Graduate Teaching Assistant position, please send your CV and Cover Letter to Ryan at KPI Education.

Graduate Teaching Assistant | West London | September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract | £26,500 - £30,000

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