At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils in lessons, deliver interventions, and assist with classroom organisation.
- Company: Schools across Kingston offering a vibrant educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, full-time role, and invaluable classroom experience.
- Other info: Gain skills that will set you apart in the competitive job market.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in education while making a positive impact on young learners.
- Qualifications: Degree holder with strong academic results and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 28000 £ per year.
If you're looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career working with children, this September presents the perfect opportunity. Schools across Kingston are looking to appoint Graduate Teaching Assistants for full-time, long-term positions throughout the next academic year. We're seeking bright, enthusiastic graduates who are ready to immerse themselves in school life, develop practical classroom skills and make a positive contribution to pupils' learning.
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with experienced teaching staff, supporting pupils both individually and in small groups while gaining a real understanding of how successful schools operate. Every day brings new opportunities to build your confidence, strengthen your communication skills and learn from professionals with years of classroom experience. Many graduates use this role as a stepping stone into teacher training, educational psychology, SEND, speech and language therapy and a wide range of careers focused on supporting children and young people.
Key Highlights- Graduate Teaching Assistant full-time, long-term opportunity
- £95-£110 per day, depending on experience
- September 2026 start
- Opportunities available across Kingston, South West London
- Full academic year until July 2027
- Previous experience with young people is beneficial but not essential
- Excellent preparation for teacher training and child-focused careers
- Supporting pupils during lessons to improve engagement and confidence
- Delivering one-to-one and small group intervention sessions where needed
- Assisting with lesson preparation and classroom organisation
- Encouraging pupils to develop independence and positive learning habits
- Working alongside teachers to monitor progress and celebrate achievement
- Helping create an inclusive and supportive learning environment
- Hold a degree with an excellent academic background, ideally a First or 2:1
- Demonstrate strong GCSE and A Level results
- Have a genuine interest in working with children and young people
- Bring enthusiasm, professionalism and a willingness to learn
- Experience supporting children is welcomed but isn't essential
- Be available to work full-time from September through to the end of the academic year
- Gain practical classroom experience that will strengthen future applications for teacher training
- Learn from experienced educators who are committed to developing graduates
- Build confidence in communication, leadership and supporting pupils' progress
- Work within welcoming school communities across one of South West London's most desirable areas
- Develop transferable skills valued across education and child-focused professions
- Finish the year with meaningful experience that will set you apart in a competitive graduate job market
If you're an academically strong graduate looking to gain valuable experience before taking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunities across Kingston starting this September. The experience you gain over the next academic year could shape your career for years to come. A Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to learn, grow and make a lasting contribution while discovering where your future in education or child development could lead.
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