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

Location: Gravesend, Kent   

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

Salary: £500-£600 per week

Start Date: September 2025

School Type: Ambitious and Supportive Secondary School

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Job Summary

Have you recently graduated from a Russell Group university with a 2:1 or above in STEM, English, Humanities, or a related subject?

Do you want to gain classroom experience, inspire students to achieve their best, and take your first step towards teacher training or a career in education?

Are you ready to start this September in a role that offers real responsibility, ongoing support, and the chance to make a genuine difference?

If you answered Yes, this Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant position is the ideal opportunity to kick-start your career.

This forward-thinking secondary school is known for its inclusive ethos, excellent academic results, and commitment to developing staff. You’ll join a team that values CPD, provides strong mentoring, and offers clear progression routes into teacher training.

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Why Join This School

• Outstanding CPD opportunities – continuous professional development, including training sessions and workshops tailored for aspiring teachers
• Clear pathways into teaching – with the potential to move into salaried teacher training after your Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant year
• Supportive and collaborative staff team – work alongside experienced educators who will mentor you every step of the way
• Students who want to learn and succeed – a positive learning environment with motivated and ambitious pupils
• Excellent facilities and resources – modern classrooms and technology to support teaching and learning
• A school that invests in its staff – regular feedback, career advice, and opportunities for progression within education

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Candidate Specification

To thrive in this Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant role, you must have:  

• A 2:1 or higher degree in STEM, English, Humanities, or a related subject (Russell Group or top-30 university preferred)
• Strong academic record at GCSE and A-Level
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage teenagers
• Patience, resilience, and a proactive attitude
• A genuine interest in progressing into teaching or education-related careers
• Previous classroom experience is desirable but not essential

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality lessons across a range of subjects
• Lead small group interventions and 1:1 support to boost student progress
• Prepare lesson resources and assist with classroom activities
• Motivate and inspire students to achieve their potential
• Gain first-hand experience that will prepare you for teacher training or education-related careers

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant: Application Process

Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis, and places are filling fast. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Apply today via Indeed with your CV and secure your place as a Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant this September!

Closing Date: 10st September 2025
Interview Dates: Ongoing

Graduate Russell Group Teaching Assistant

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