Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant in Islington, London

Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant

Islington | Term Time Only | £26,500 – £31,000

Have you graduated from a Russell Group university and want to make a genuine difference before embarking on a career in teaching?

Could your academic knowledge, drive and enthusiasm help young people unlock their full potential inside the classroom?

Looking for a graduate opportunity that offers far more than administration—a role where you'll inspire, mentor and lead learning every day?

A forward-thinking and highly respected secondary school in Islington is looking to appoint an exceptional Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant for a September start.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate who wants to gain meaningful school-based experience before progressing into teacher training, educational psychology, speech and language therapy or another rewarding career within education.

You'll become a key member of an energetic teaching team, working alongside outstanding practitioners who are passionate about developing the next generation of educators. From your first week, you'll play an active role in raising attainment, boosting confidence and helping students overcome barriers to learning.

No two days are the same, making this the perfect environment to build invaluable professional experience while making a lasting impact on young people's futures.

Your Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning across your specialist subject.
• Deliver targeted intervention sessions to small groups of students.
• Provide one-to-one mentoring for pupils requiring additional academic support.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independent learning.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom delivery.
• Help students prepare for GCSE and A-Level examinations.
• Become a positive role model within the wider school community.

Why Join This School?

• £26,500–£31,000 salary (term-time only).
• Outstanding graduate training programme and personalised mentoring.
• Fantastic progression into salaried teacher training and PGCE routes.
• Inclusive, welcoming and collaborative staff culture.
• High-achieving students who are eager to learn.
• Modern classrooms and exceptional teaching resources.
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development.
• Easily accessible Islington location with excellent public transport links.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for graduates who possess:

• A degree from a Russell Group University (minimum 2:1 preferred).
• Excellent academic credentials and strong communication skills.
• Confidence, initiative and a positive attitude.
• The ability to motivate and build relationships with young people.
• A genuine passion for education and helping every student succeed.

If you're ready to transform your academic success into real classroom impact and want to take the first step towards a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV and Cover Letter to Ryan at KPI Education. Interviews are being arranged immediately for September, with outstanding graduates shortlisted as applications are received.

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