Graduate Teaching Assistant – Lewisham

September 2026 Start | £28,000 - £35,000 | Full Academic Year Contract

Primary & Secondary School Opportunities Available

Support staff recruitment for September is heating up across Lewisham!

Schools throughout Lewisham are already planning for the new academic year and are actively recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students from September onwards. With schools looking to secure the strongest candidates early, now is the ideal time to begin your journey into education.

KPI Education works alongside a number of ambitious and high-performing schools across Lewisham who are seeking graduates to join their support teams for the full academic year.

Graduate Teaching Assistant – The Role

This role offers an excellent introduction to teaching and school life, allowing graduates to gain invaluable experience while making a genuine impact on students' academic progress and personal development.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting learning within lessons
• Providing targeted intervention sessions
• Working one-to-one with students requiring additional support
• Supporting behaviour and classroom engagement
• Assisting with lesson preparation and resources
• Promoting confidence and independence amongst pupils
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff

Candidate Requirements

• Graduate from a recognised university
• Aspiring teacher or education professional
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Positive and resilient attitude
• Experience working with young people desirable
• Ability to travel to Lewisham daily

What Schools Are Offering

• £28,000 - £35,000 salary
• Long-term, full academic year placement
• September start
• Comprehensive support and mentoring
• Teacher training pathways available
• Professional development opportunities
• Potential for permanent employment

Why Apply Now?

Schools are interviewing throughout the summer and many vacancies will be filled well before September. Candidates applying now will have access to the best opportunities before the busiest stage of recruitment begins.

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