Russell Group & Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant

South East London | Bexley, Greenwich, Lewisham & Bromley

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

Calling Russell Group & Oxbridge Graduates

Are you graduating from Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, King's, LSE, Durham, Bristol, Warwick, Edinburgh, Manchester, Nottingham or another leading Russell Group institution?

Have you considered teaching, educational psychology, school leadership, policy, or a career dedicated to transforming young lives?

Before committing to teacher training, gain a year of exceptional school-based experience within some of South East London's most successful schools.

KPI Education is partnering with a number of high-performing primary and secondary schools across Bexley, Greenwich, Lewisham and Bromley who are actively seeking academically exceptional graduates to join them as Graduate Teaching Assistants from September.

With September recruitment accelerating and schools looking to secure top graduate talent early, this is an excellent opportunity to stand out from the crowd and begin building a highly rewarding career in education.

Why Schools Are Seeking Russell Group & Oxbridge Graduates

Our partner schools recognise the value that high-achieving graduates bring to the classroom.

They are looking for graduates who can:

• Inspire academic excellence
• Act as role models for ambitious young people
• Support high-attaining students and those requiring additional intervention
• Contribute to a culture of aspiration and achievement
• Develop into the next generation of outstanding teachers and educational leaders

This is far more than a traditional support role. Successful candidates become integral members of teaching and pastoral teams while receiving extensive mentoring and professional development.

The Opportunity

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside experienced teachers, senior leaders and specialist support staff to develop a comprehensive understanding of school life.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering academic interventions to raise student attainment
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Working with students preparing for GCSE and A-Level examinations
• Supporting teaching and learning within lessons
• Developing behaviour management and classroom leadership skills
• Assisting students with SEND and additional learning needs
• Building meaningful relationships that positively impact student outcomes
• Contributing to extracurricular activities and wider school life

Who We're Looking For

• Russell Group or Oxbridge graduate
• Strong academic record throughout education
• Genuine interest in teaching, education or youth development
• Ambitious individuals seeking meaningful career progression
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional, resilient and proactive mindset
• Ability to commute to schools within South East London

Applications are particularly welcomed from graduates of:

Oxford • Cambridge • Imperial • UCL • King's College London • LSE • Durham • Bristol • Warwick • Edinburgh • Manchester • Nottingham • Southampton • Birmingham • Leeds • Sheffield • Newcastle • York • Exeter • Queen Mary

What's On Offer?

£28,000 - £35,000 Salary

Alongside a highly competitive salary, successful graduates will benefit from:

• Full academic year placement
• Extensive mentoring from experienced educators
• Exposure to Outstanding and high-performing schools
• Direct experience supporting GCSE and A-Level students
• Opportunities to work alongside senior leadership teams
• Structured routes into teacher training
• School-sponsored teacher training opportunities
• Potential salaried teacher training pathways
• Long-term and permanent opportunities

A Proven Route Into Teaching

Many of our partner schools use their Graduate Teaching Assistant programmes to identify future teachers.

Previous graduates have progressed into:

• PGCE programmes
• School Direct routes
• Salaried teacher training
• Educational Psychology pathways
• SEND specialist careers
• Middle and senior leadership positions within schools

For graduates considering education but wanting to gain meaningful experience before committing to teacher training, there is no better way to test, develop and strengthen your skills.

September Recruitment Is Moving Quickly

Schools are already conducting interviews and making appointments ahead of September. The strongest opportunities are typically filled before the end of summer, particularly those offering clear teacher training pathways.

If you're a Russell Group or Oxbridge graduate looking for a challenging, rewarding and highly respected first step into education, we'd love to hear from you.

INDEDU

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