Graduate Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 09 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £500 to £600 per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 August 2025 |
| Location: | CR9 1AQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HaG-graam-09/07-30266 |
Summary
Graduate Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Secondary School | September Start
Location: Croydon, South West London
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm
Salary: £500 - £600 per week
Start Date: September 2025
School Type: Secondary School
Job Summary
Are you a recent graduate from a leading university with a passion for learning and an interest in becoming a teacher?
Join this dynamic and results-driven secondary school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant where you can begin your journey into a career in education. Utilise your exceptional academic background to make a difference everyday whilst gaining priceless classroom experience in a supportive and exciting environment where no two days are the same.
This full-time role is ideal for aspiring teachers looking to train in 2026 or beyond.
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll support pupils across KS3 and KS4, working alongside experienced teachers to build your skills and confidence in a school setting.
Key Responsibilities
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
• Support teachers in delivering high-quality lessons in the subject that you love
• Provide one-to-one and small group academic support
• Build strong relationships with pupils to help them stay engaged and on track with their learning
• Coach and mentor students, helping with behaviour management and classroom organisation
• Contribute your unique qualities and interests in extra-curricular activities
Who We’re Looking For
To succeed as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you should have:
• An undergraduate degree (2:1 or higher) in any subject area
• A genuine interest in working with young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and supportive attitude
• A interest to train as a teacher in the future
• Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)
What We Offer
We provide a supportive environment for graduates taking their first step into education:
• Full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant contract
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Pathway to teacher training from September 2026
• Vibrant and inclusive school culture
• Excellent transport links and free parking
• On-site CPD and access to teaching resources
Application Process
Interested in becoming a Graduate Teaching Assistant? Apply now via Indeed with your CV for the consideration of KPi Education. Early applications are encouraged – we interview on a rolling basis.
Interview Dates: Ongoing and immediate
Ready to take your first step into teaching? Apply now and join our team as a Graduate Teaching Assistant this September.