Graduate Teaching Assistant | Leading Independent School in Islington

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Leading Independent School in Central London
A highly regarded independent secondary school in Central London is seeking an academically accomplished Graduate Teaching Assistant to join its school community immediately. This is a fantastic opportunity for an intellectually curious, high-achieving graduate, ideally from Oxford, Cambridge or a Russell Group university, to gain experience within a demanding academic environment. The school is looking for someone with an impressive educational background, strong communication skills and the confidence to support bright, ambitious students.
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced subject specialists, providing academic support while contributing to the wider life of the school. From helping students tackle challenging concepts to assisting with enrichment activities, you'll develop valuable skills in teaching, mentoring and academic guidance. This position is particularly suited to graduates considering teaching, postgraduate study or a long-term career in education.
Key Highlights:
Graduate Teaching Assistant Wanted – Independent Secondary School
Competitive Salary, Dependent on Experience
Fantastic Location in the Heart of Central London
Join a Highly Academic, Independent Secondary School
Full-time, Fixed-term Position Until July 2027
Daily Rate up to £115 Depending on Experience
Immediate Start – Academic Year 2026/27
Oxbridge and Russell Group Graduates Particularly Encouraged
Excellent Preparation for Teaching and Academic Careers
What You'll Be Doing:
Support academically challenging lessons across the secondary curriculum
Deliver individual and small-group academic interventions
Assist subject teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities
Encourage independent thinking, intellectual curiosity and academic confidence
Contribute to extracurricular clubs, enrichment and school activities
Undertake administrative responsibilities supporting daily school operations
Ideal Candidate for This Central London School:
Highly academic graduate, ideally from Oxford, Cambridge or a Russell Group university
Demonstrates an excellent academic record, preferably a First-Class or strong 2:1 degree
Brings intellectual curiosity and confidence discussing challenging subject material
Communicates clearly with academically ambitious secondary-aged students
Shows maturity, initiative and excellent organisational skills
Aspires towards teaching, academia or further postgraduate study
Why Join This Central London School?
Independent secondary setting with strong academic expectations
Opportunity to work alongside experienced subject specialists
Exposure to both classroom teaching and co-curricular education
Valuable experience supporting academically ambitious students
Fixed-term appointment offering continuity until July 2027
Central London location with access to extensive transport connections
How to Apply:
If you're a high-achieving graduate interested in becoming a Graduate Teaching Assistant at a Central London independent school, we'd welcome your application. Submit your CV directly through this JobsinED listing, quoting JE-028 , for consideration.
This Graduate Teaching Assistant position offers an intellectually stimulating introduction to education, combining academic responsibility with experience across school life. For graduates with strong subject knowledge and serious ambitions, it's an opportunity to explore where their academic abilities could take them.
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