Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant in Cambridge, East Of England

Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant – Cambridge

Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to £600 per week | Full-time

Are you graduating in 2025 with a 2:1 or above from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university?

Are you enthusiastic about education and eager to gain hands-on classroom experience before beginning a teacher training programme?

A number of well-regarded secondary schools across Cambridge, all part of a growing and respected Multi Academy Trust, are offering an excellent opportunity for high-achieving graduates to join as Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistants from September 2025.

This paid, full-time role offers valuable experience working alongside skilled educators, supporting students, and developing a deep understanding of life in a successful secondary school.

Subject Areas of High Demand:

• Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

• Mathematics

• Modern Foreign Languages (Spanish preferred; some French)

• Geography

• Nutrition / Food Technology

• English

• History

What You’ll Gain:

• A paid, full-time position earning up to £600 per week

• Start date: September 2025

• First-hand experience across a group of well-connected Cambridge secondary schools

• Supportive mentoring, structured training, and guidance from experienced educators

• Classroom-based learning designed to prepare you for a future in teaching

• Opportunities for career development, including pathways into teacher training

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting teaching and learning in your subject area or across the wider curriculum

• Working with students individually or in small groups to support engagement and progress

• Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation

• Helping maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment

• Gaining insights into school operations, teaching strategies, and educational best practice

Who We’re Looking For:

• Final-year students or recent graduates with a 2:1 or above

• Ideally from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university

• A genuine passion for education and supporting young people

• Proactive, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals

• Strong interest in one or more of the subject areas listed above

• Previous experience working with young people (e.g., tutoring, coaching, mentoring) is beneficial, but not essential

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to make a difference in schools and lay the foundation for a successful teaching career, we’d love to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply Now’ or send your CV and a brief cover letter to Miranda at KPI Education to find out more.

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