Russell Group Graduate Teaching Assistant | Acton, Ealing | September 2025 Start

Are you a high-achieving Russell Group graduate eager to gain hands-on classroom experience before embarking on teacher training? Whether you aspire to teach, support students with special needs, or explore pastoral roles, this Graduate Teaching Assistant position in an ‘Outstanding’ Secondary School in Ealing is the perfect stepping stone for your career in education.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with additional learning needs while gaining invaluable experience in a structured, high-achieving school environment. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about education and looking to develop the skills necessary for a successful teaching career.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Targeted Interventions: Support students in key areas such as phonics, numeracy, handwriting, emotional regulation, and social skills.
  
  
• Assist High-Needs Students: Provide personalised academic and pastoral support to students requiring extra help.
  
  
• Uphold High Standards: Contribute to maintaining the school’s strong behavioural expectations and academic excellence.
  
  
• Inspire Young Minds: Share your subject expertise and enthusiasm with students aged 11-16, encouraging a love for learning.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Russell Group Graduate: A top graduate with a 2:1 or higher from a leading UK university, with strong A-Level and GCSE results.
  
  
• Passion for Education: A strong moral purpose to support students in a diverse London school.
  
  
• Resilience & Adaptability: The ability to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment.
  
  
• Excellent Communication Skills: The confidence to engage with students and staff effectively.
  
  

Key Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: £29,000
  
  
• Comprehensive Training: Gain essential teaching skills and classroom management experience.
  
  
• Exceptional School Environment: Work in an ‘Outstanding’ school with a commitment to student success.
  
  
• Pathway to Teacher Training: Many of our graduates progress to PGCEs, Schools Direct, and other training routes.
  
  

Ribbons & Reeves is London’s leading Education Recruitment Specialist, dedicated to connecting talented graduates with meaningful roles in schools across the city. We work exclusively with schools that prioritise professional development, making us the perfect partner for ambitious graduates ready to make an impact in education.

If you’re a high-achieving Russell Group graduate looking for an exciting opportunity to gain school-based experience and progress towards a teaching career, apply today!

Graduate Teaching Assistant | Acton, Ealing | September 2025 Start