Graduate Unqualified Teacher
Are you a high-achieving graduate who wants more than a traditional Teaching Assistant role?
Do you have the confidence, subject knowledge and presence to step in front of a secondary classroom?
Could this be the year you turn your academic background into a career in teaching?
KPI Education is recruiting ambitious graduates to join a high-performing London secondary school as Graduate Unqualified Teachers , starting immediately or during the 2026/27 academic year.
This is not simply a classroom support role.
Designed for graduates who are seriously considering a career in education, this opportunity will give you the chance to develop from supporting experienced teachers to planning, delivering and leading lessons of your own .
You’ll earn £26,000–£30,000 while gaining the practical classroom experience, confidence and skills needed to take the next step towards teacher training and Qualified Teacher Status.
What Will You Gain?
As a Graduate Unqualified Teacher, you will have the opportunity to:
Earn £26,000–£30,000 while developing as an educator
Work full-time within a successful London secondary school
Gain genuine experience teaching KS3 and KS4
Work predominantly within your degree subject or academic specialism
Learn directly from experienced teachers and subject leaders
Develop your lesson planning and curriculum knowledge
Build strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Support GCSE pupils with subject knowledge and examination preparation
Learn how to assess work and monitor pupil progress
Attend departmental meetings and professional development
Gradually take greater responsibility for delivering lessons
Build an outstanding foundation for future teacher training
Potentially progress towards QTS from September 2027
From Graduate to Classroom Practitioner
You won't be expected to walk into a classroom on day one and teach a full timetable.
Initially, you'll observe experienced teachers, support pupils and small groups, and learn the school's curric...
Graduate Unqualified Teacher employer: KPI Recruiting Careers
KPI Education is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for graduates to gain invaluable classroom experience in a vibrant and diverse secondary school in Brent, North West London. With a strong commitment to staff development, the school fosters a collaborative work culture where graduates are encouraged to take on significant responsibilities and contribute to the school community, all while receiving regular guidance from experienced educators. This role not only provides a competitive salary but also opens pathways to future teacher training, making it an ideal stepping stone for aspiring education professionals.
