Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: London
Salary: £27,500 – £32,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term |Teacher Training Pathway Available

Are you a Russell Group graduate with aspirations of becoming a teacher?

Do you want to gain meaningful, structured classroom experience in a high-performing secondary school before committing to formal teacher training?

KPI Education are working with ambitious and forward-thinking secondary schools across London to appoint exceptional Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistants. These roles are specifically designed for academically strong graduates who want to make a genuine impact while building the foundations for a long-term career in education.

The Opportunity

As a Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key academic role within your subject department. This is not a general support position — schools are seeking graduates who can stretch, challenge and inspire pupils.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting lessons within your subject specialism (KS3–KS5)
• Delivering targeted 1:1 and small group interventions
• Supporting GCSE and A-Level preparation
• Stretching high-attaining pupils aiming for top grades and Russell Group universities
• Assisting with lesson planning and curriculum delivery
• Monitoring and tracking pupil progress

You will gain invaluable experience in behaviour management, differentiation and assessment — providing outstanding preparation for a PGCE or salaried teacher training route.

Who We’re Looking For

• A First-Class or strong 2:1 degree from a Russell Group university
• Excellent A-Level and GCSE results
• A clear ambition to pursue a career in teaching
• Strong subject knowledge and academic confidence
• Professional communication skills and classroom presence
• A proactive and reflective mindset

Graduates in core subjects (English, Maths, Science), Humanities, MFL, Psychology and Computer Science are particularly in demand.

Previous tutoring or mentoring experience is beneficial but not essential — academic strength and long-term commitment to education are key.

Why Apply?

• £27,500 – £32,000 salary
• Long-term, stable school-based experience (no supply work)
• Clear progression pathway into teacher training
• Work within high-achieving London secondary schools
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• Dedicated support from KPI Education throughout your placement

These schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

If you are a driven Russell Group graduate ready to step into the classroom and begin your journey towards becoming a future educator, apply now or contact Ryan at KPI Education for a confidential discussion.

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