Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant

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  • Hounslow, Greater London
  • £25,000-30,000 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Russell Group Graduate Teaching AssistantIf you’re a recent Russell Group graduate with a strong academic background and a serious interest in education, this could be your ideal first step into the classroom.A forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Hounslow is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their staff team for the 2025–26 academic year.This full-time, fixed-term role offers the perfect launchpad for aspiring teachers looking to build experience before embarking on a PGCE or salaried teacher training.About the School:Located in the heart of Hounslow and just minutes from public transport links, this is a rapidly improving secondary school with a strong leadership team and a clear vision for academic excellence and student achievement.
  • Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted with several Outstanding features
  • GCSE results improving year-on-year – 73% of students achieved Grade 5 or above in English and Maths in 2024
  • Strong focus on academic mentoring, inclusive learning, and high expectations
  • Supportive staff culture and in-house CPD tailored for graduate interns
The Role:As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting students across a range of year groups and subject areas, depending on your degree specialism (e.g., English, Maths, Science, Humanities, MFL).Your duties will include:
  • Supporting students with 1:1 and small group interventions, particularly those who are underperforming or need exam support
  • Assisting in the delivery of classroom lessons alongside experienced subject teachers
  • Helping plan, resource and deliver revision, literacy, and numeracy catch-up sessions
  • Working with the SEN and pastoral teams to support students with specific learning needs
  • Providing enrichment through clubs, mentoring or subject-specific initiatives
You’ll gain real classroom exposure, professional mentoring, and the kind of day-to-day insight that’s hard to find outside of direct experience.Who We're Looking For:
  • A recent Russell Group graduate (2:1 or above preferred)
  • Strong academic subject knowledge in one or more of the core or facilitating subjects
  • A clear interest in pursuing teacher training in the near future
  • Excellent communication, resilience, and adaptability
  • Experience working with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, outreach) is highly desirable but not essential
What’s On Offer:
  • £25,000 – £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)
  • Full-time, Monday–Friday, term-time only
  • Fixed-term contract (September 2025 – July 2026)
  • Weekly pay, career guidance, and access to teacher training routes within the trust
This is more than a support role – it’s a training ground for future teachers and education leaders.Join a school that will challenge and champion you in equal measure.To apply or learn more, get in touch with Ryan at KPI Education today.INDEDU

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