At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in classrooms and run academic booster sessions.
- Company: Outstanding secondary schools in vibrant South East London.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, potential for salaried teacher training, and no student debt.
- Other info: Full-time role with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on teaching experience and inspire the next generation.
- Qualifications: 1st Class or 2:1 degree, strong A Levels, and a passion for teaching.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 31200 £ per year.
EdEx are exclusively partnered with 3 South East London Secondary Schools, each graded Outstanding. Each school is looking for high‑achieving graduates keen to embark on teacher training, gaining hands‑on experience before the PGCE or SCITT. Teaching in London is vibrant, fast‑paced and life‑changing. This is your opportunity to become one of the best teachers.
We are looking for x6 Graduate Teaching Assistants, starting September. Each role is full‑time, Monday to Friday, for at least the remainder of this academic year (until July 2027). Should you enjoy the role you may go on to train to teach from September 2027 via a salaried SCITT, with no student debt.
What skills and experience do you need as a Graduate Teaching Assistant?
- A graduate, 1st Class or 2:1
- Strong A Levels and GCSEs across the board – especially in your chosen subject specialism
- Passion for inspiring young people – this must come across during interview
- General understanding of potential routes into teaching – you don’t need to know everything
- Resilience, can‑do attitude and positive demeanour – teaching roles are tough, but rewarding
- Experience like tutoring, mentoring, summer camps or childcare is a bonus but not essential. Most important is your desire to make an impact.
Graduate Teaching Assistant – Role Details
- Full time, paid weekly; daily rates between £105–£120 (Term Time Only)
- Monday to Friday, School Hours Typical 8am–4pm (no weekends)
- Start in September through till July initially
- Scope to go onto a Permanent Contract and Salaried Teacher Training from September 2026
- Support students across Key Stages (KS3, KS4, KS5) 1‑to‑1 and in small groups running interventions, academic booster sessions and revision sessions
- Support students in your chosen subject specialism (any subjects like English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Languages)
- Support students with mild to moderate SEN (Autism, Speech and Language, SEMH etc.)
- Full classroom support alongside qualified class teachers and exceptional leaders
If you’re considering a career in teaching and want to gain world‑class hands‑on experience, apply to these Secondary Teaching Assistant opportunities today. George at EdEx will be in touch within 24 hours via email if you’re shortlisted for the vacancies.
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Train to Teach in SE London employer: Edex
EdEx offers an exceptional opportunity for graduates to kickstart their teaching careers in three Outstanding secondary schools in South East London. With a supportive work culture that prioritises hands-on experience and professional growth, you will be well-prepared for your future as a teacher, all while enjoying a vibrant city life. The potential for a salaried teacher training programme without student debt further enhances the appeal of this role, making it a truly rewarding path for aspiring educators.
