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

Location: Bexley, DA5, South East London

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

Salary: £500- £600 per week

Start Date: September 2025

School Type: High-Achieving and Supportive Secondary School

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Job Summary

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

Have you Graduate from a Russell Group University with a 1^st class or 2:1 degree in English, STEM, Psychology, Humanities or related subject and are now looking to gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic classroom environment?

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and eager to develop your skills in a real school setting, preparing yourself for a future in teaching or another education-focused career?

Do you have the academic excellence, resilience and enthusiasm to thrive in a fast-paced secondary school environment?

If you answered yes, this Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

This outstanding rated secondary schools in Bexley is renowned for academic, strong pastoral care and exceptional staff development. It’s the perfect environment for ambitious Graduates to gain experience, develop professionally and kick-start their career in education.

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the classroom teacher in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons across your specialist subject
• Lead small group sessions and 1-1 interventions to accelerate student progress
• Help students overcome barriers to learning and build confidence in their abilities
• Help prepare engaging lesson resources and provide academic support during lessons
• Act as a positive role model, inspiring pupils to reach their full potential both academically and personally  

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Candidate Specification  

To succeed in this Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant Role, you must have:

• Education to degree level with a 2:1 or higher degree from a Russell group university in English, STEM, psychology, Humanities or related subject
• Holds a strong academic background throughout GCSE’s and A-Levels
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to engage and motivate young people
• A genuine passion for education and a desire to progress into teaching or related careers
• Previous experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Why Join This School?

Here are a few reasons why this school is the perfect place to start your career as a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant:

• Outstanding CPD opportunities to help you grow professionally
• A clear route into teacher training for those who want to qualify as teachers
• A supportive staff network with experienced mentors to guide you every step of the way
• Ambitious students who are eager to learn
• Collaborative, welcoming school community that values innovation and progress
• Excellent facilities and resources to support high-quality teaching and learning

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Application Process

Ready to make an impact? Don’t wait, click “Apply Now” and start your journey as a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant this September!

Early applications are strongly encouraged, interviews are ongoing and positions will be filled quickly

📅 Closing Date: 16st September 2025
📅 Interview Dates: Ongoing

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant

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