Graduate Teaching Assistant | Leading Independent School

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.