Graduate Teaching Assistant

Secondary School | Islington, North London
Salary: £500 – £600 per week

Are you a high-achieving graduate with a degree in a core subject or a closely related field?
Are you considering a long-term career in teaching and want to gain outstanding classroom experience in a supportive secondary school?

KPI Education, a specialist education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with an ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Islington to recruit a Graduate Teaching Assistant. This role is ideal for academically strong graduates who want to develop their classroom practice before progressing into teacher training.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced teachers and pastoral teams to support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students reach their academic potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group academic support in core subjects.
• Supporting classroom learning in English, Mathematics, Science, and Humanities.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, behaviour management, and organisation.
• Delivering targeted intervention sessions to raise attainment and close learning gaps.
• Supporting students with additional learning needs and EHCPs where required.
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to assessment and feedback.

This role offers exceptional preparation for PGCE, Schools Direct, and salaried teacher training routes.

Person Specification

KPI Education is keen to hear from candidates who have:

• A degree in a core subject or a related field, such as:
• English, Mathematics, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
• Humanities (History, Geography, RE, Politics, Sociology).
• Psychology, Linguistics, or Education-related degrees.
• A strong academic background and passion for learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, proactive, and resilient approach.
• A clear ambition to pursue a career in teaching or education.

What’s on Offer

• Excellent weekly salary of £500 – £600.
• High-quality mentoring from experienced and outstanding teachers.
• Hands-on classroom experience in a respected Islington secondary school.
• Experience that significantly strengthens teacher training applications.
• A positive, supportive, and inclusive school environment.

About KPI Education

KPI Education is a specialist graduate-focused education recruitment agency, dedicated to placing exceptional graduates into long-term roles that provide genuine progression into teaching careers.

Interested in applying?
If you’re a motivated graduate with a strong academic background ready to make an impact in the classroom, apply today through KPI Education.

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