Graduate Teaching Assistant – Full Time | Secondary School | September start

Location: Sevenoaks, TN13, Kent

Contract: Full Time, Monday to Friday 8:30am – 15:00pm (Term Time)

Salary: £500- £600 per week

Start Date: September 2025

School type: Inclusive and Supportive Secondary School

Graduate Teaching Assistant: Job Summary

Before applying to this Graduate Teaching Assistant role please consider the following questions

Have you recently graduated with a 2:1 or higher degree in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Psychology, or a related subject from a leading University?

Do you have a genuine passion for education and want to gain hands-on classroom experience before moving into teacher training or an education-focused career?

Are you patient, confident, and ready to inspire young people and help them achieve their full potential?

If this sounds like you, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role is the perfect stepping stone to launch your career in education!

This ambitious and inclusive school in Sevenoaks has a reputation for academic excellence, outstanding staff support, and strong student outcomes. You’ll work alongside an experienced team of educators who will mentor and guide you, ensuring you gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for your next step – whether that’s teacher training or another education-focused pathway.

Graduate Teaching Assistant: Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and challenging lessons
• Work with students in 1:1 and small-group settings to boost confidence and progress
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
• Build positive relationships with students and help them achieve their potential
• Gain hands-on classroom experience that will set you apart in the education sector

Graduate Teaching Assistant: Who We’re Looking For

To succeed as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you should have:

• A degree (2:1 or higher) in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Psychology, or a related subject (Russell Group/top-30 preferred)
• Strong academic background at GCSE and A-Level
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence, adaptability, and a proactive approach
• A genuine interest in progressing into teacher training or education careers
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential

Graduate Teaching Assistant: Why Join This School

• Fantastic CPD and training opportunities to support your development
• A supportive, collaborative staff team with experienced mentors
• Clear progression into teacher training programmes
• A school culture that values innovation, inclusion, and achievement
• Motivated students who are eager to learn and succeed
• Excellent facilities and convenient transport links

Graduate Teaching Assistant: Application Process

Interested in becoming a Graduate Teaching Assistant this September? Apply now via Indeed with your CV to hear from the KPi Education team.

Ready to kick-start your career in education? Don’t miss this opportunity – apply today and become a Graduate Teaching Assistant this September!

Closing Date: 11th September
Interview Dates: Ongoing

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