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Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant

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Posting date: 18 September 2025
Salary: £500 to £600 per week
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 18 October 2025
Location: RM20 2ZP
Remote working: On-site only
Company: KPI RECRUITING LTD
Job type: Contract
Job reference: CPrusselltathurr18.9-30266

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Summary

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant – Full Time | Secondary School | September and October start

Location: Thurrock, RM20, Essex

Contract: Full Time, Monday to Friday (Term Time)

Salary: £500- £600 per week

Start Date: September/ October 2025

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Job Summary

Before you hit apply to this Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant, please consider the following questions…

Are you a high-achieving Russell Group graduate with a 2:1 or above in English, Maths, Science, STEM, Humanities, Psychology or related subject?

Do you want to make a real difference in the classroom while gaining the skills and confidence needed for a future career in teaching or education?

Are you looking for a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant role where you’ll be fully supported, trained, and given the tools to succeed?

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: About the Role

This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to change lives every single day. As a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant, you’ll be working with students across KS3–KS5, supporting lessons, running interventions, and helping young people unlock their full potential.

You’ll gain hands-on classroom experience, learn how to manage behaviour, adapt lessons to meet individual needs, and work closely with expert teachers who will mentor and guide you. Whether you’re planning to progress into teacher training, educational psychology, or leadership, this role will equip you with the skills, resilience, and confidence to thrive.

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Russell Group Teaching assistant, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and challenging lessons across a range of subjects
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, tailoring interventions to meet the needs of individual students
• Encourage progress, independence, and resilience in students of all abilities
• Gain first-hand experience in lesson planning, behaviour management, and differentiation

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Candidate Specification

• A 2:1 or above degree in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Psychology, or a related subject (Russell Group university preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• A proactive, resilient, and enthusiastic attitude towards supporting learning
• An interest in pursuing a future career in teaching, education, or child development
• Previous tutoring, mentoring, or classroom experience is desirable but not essential

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Why Join

Supportive, expert mentoring – Join a team that invest heavily in its Graduates. Experienced teachers will guide you step-by-step, ensuing you develop confidence and practical skills
Unrivalled professional development – From tailored CPD workshops to hands-on classroom training, you’ll gain experience that directly prepares you for PGCE application or a future in education
Inspiring students – Home to ambitious, diverse and resilient learners. You’ll see first-hand the difference you can make
Thriving location – Strong links to London and the surrounding areas, the school combines the benefits of a close-knit, community focused environment with the opportunities of a vibrant, well-connected area

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant

This is an unmissable opportunity to kick-start your career in education! Click “Apply Now” and register your interested in becoming a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant!

Closing Date:2nd October

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