Graduate Teaching Assistant – Prestigious Kensington Secondary School
Kensington, West London | £27,000 - £32,000 | Full-Time | September 2026 Start | One-Year Fixed-Term Contract
Are you a high-achieving graduate looking to gain exceptional school-based experience before pursuing teacher training or a career working with young people?
Do you want to work in one of London's most sought-after educational environments, supporting ambitious students and learning from outstanding teachers?
Could a year in a leading Kensington secondary school be the launchpad for your future career?
A highly regarded and academically ambitious secondary school in the heart of Kensington is seeking an outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant to join its talented staff team from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate with strong academic credentials and a genuine passion for education to gain invaluable classroom experience within a school renowned for high achievement, exceptional teaching standards, and a culture of aspiration.
The school serves a diverse and ambitious student population and has established itself as one of West London's leading educational institutions. Students are encouraged to think critically, challenge themselves academically, and develop the confidence needed to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will become an integral part of the school's teaching and learning provision. Working closely with experienced teachers and department leaders, you will provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions, mentor individual students, and contribute to raising attainment across the school.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting students across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5
- Delivering one-to-one and small-group academic interventions
- Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom delivery
- Supporting pupils preparing for GCSE and A-Level examinations
- Encouraging student engagement, confidence, and independent learning
- Contributing to enrichment activities and wider school life
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A minimum 2:1 degree from a respected university
- Strong academic achievements throughout education
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A genuine interest in teaching and education
- The commitment to support students for a full academic year
This school has a proven track record of developing talented graduates into successful teachers and educational professionals. Successful candidates will benefit from exceptional mentoring, professional development opportunities, and exposure to outstanding educational practice.
Graduate Teaching Assistant positions within schools of this calibre are highly competitive, and the school has already begun arranging interviews for September appointments.
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