Graduate Teaching Assistant in Dorset, South West

Graduate Teaching Assistant Opportunities – Bournemouth & Poole

Locations: Secondary Schools in Bournemouth & Poole
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Up to £600 per week

Are you set to graduate in 2025 with a 2:1 or higher from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university?

Are you looking to start a meaningful career in education while gaining first-hand classroom experience?

We are working in partnership with two ambitious and supportive secondary schools—one in Bournemouth and the other in Poole—both part of a successful and forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust. These schools are looking to appoint passionate and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistants for full-time roles starting in September 2025. These paid positions offer an ideal platform for graduates considering a future in teaching or the wider education sector.

Subjects in Demand:

• Science (all specialisms)

• Mathematics

• Modern Foreign Languages (Spanish, with some French)

• Geography

• Nutrition / Food Technology

• English

• History

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time, long-term Graduate Teaching Assistant roles

• Competitive pay – up to £600 per week

• Opportunities available in both Bournemouth and Poole

• Supportive and collaborative school environments

• Part of a high-achieving Multi Academy Trust

• Ongoing professional training and mentoring

• Clear routes for career development and progression

Role Overview:

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons

• Provide tailored support to students through 1:1 and small group work

• Support classroom management and daily routines

• Help prepare teaching resources and contribute to lesson planning

• Build strong, positive relationships with students and staff

• Develop a clear understanding of how a busy secondary school operates

Who We’re Looking For:

• Graduates (or soon-to-be graduates) with a 2:1 or above

• Preferably from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university

• Passionate about education and working with young people

• Strong interest in at least one of the key subject areas listed above

• Reliable, flexible, and eager to get involved in school life

• Experience working with young people is a plus but not essential

Important: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as these roles do not offer visa sponsorship.

Interested in Applying?

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

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