Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Teacher

Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant – Aspiring Teacher (TAAds) Tower Hamlets, England

Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant – Aspiring Teacher

Tower Hamlets

£115–£125 per day

September 2026 Start | Full‑Time | Term‑Time Only

Are you a Russell Group graduate looking to gain hands‑on school experience before starting teacher training?

A high‑performing secondary school in Tower Hamlets is looking for an ambitious Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026
. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate who is considering a career in teaching and wants to build confidence, classroom experience and subject knowledge before progressing onto a PGCE, Schools Direct or salaried teacher training route.

The school has a strong academic culture, excellent behaviour systems and a proven track record of supporting graduates into successful teaching careers.

• Support pupils across KS3–KS4, with some exposure to KS5
• Work within a subject‑specialist department such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities or MFL
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery, interventions and pupil progress
• Support high‑achieving pupils as well as those needing additional academic support
• Help raise confidence, attainment and aspiration across the school
• Receive ongoing training, mentoring and CPD throughout the academic year

• High‑performing secondary school in Tower Hamlets
• Strong academic outcomes and excellent pupil behaviour
• Supportive Senior Leadership Team and experienced Heads of Department
• Excellent transport links across East London
• Ideal setting for future secondary teachers

The school is looking for a Russell Group graduate who has:

• A 2:1 or First‑Class degree from a Russell Group university
• Strong A‑Level and GCSE results
• A genuine passion for education
• Confidence, resilience and professionalism
• A long‑term interest in becoming a secondary teacher
• The ability to motivate, inspire and support young people
• Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant
• September 2026 – July 2027
• Full‑time, term‑time only
• Teacher training opportunities available

This is a brilliant opportunity for a high‑achieving graduate to gain meaningful classroom experience in an ambitious secondary school.

Apply today with your CV to be considered.