Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Teacher

Job description

Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Teacher Newham £115-£125 per day September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Are you an Oxford or Cambridge graduate looking to gain high-quality school-based experience before starting teacher training?
A high-performing secondary school in Newham is looking for an ambitious Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026 . This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is considering a future career in teaching and wants to build classroom confidence, subject knowledge and pastoral experience 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 developing graduates into outstanding trainee teachers.

The Role

As an Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support pupils across KS3-KS4, with potential exposure to KS5
Work within a subject-specialist department such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities or MFL
Support class teachers with lesson delivery, intervention and academic progress
Work with high-achieving pupils as well as those needing additional support
Help raise attainment, confidence and aspiration across the school
Receive ongoing training, mentoring and CPD throughout the academic year

The School

High-performing secondary school in Newham
Strong academic outcomes and excellent pupil behaviour
Supportive Senior Leadership Team and experienced Heads of Department
Excellent transport links across East London
Structured graduate development pathway
Ideal environment for future secondary teachers

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an Oxbridge graduate who has:
A 2:1 or First-Class degree from Oxford or Cambridge University
Strong A-Level results
A genuine passion for education
Excellent communication skills
Confidence, resilience and professionalism
A long-term interest in becoming a secondary teacher
The ability to motivate, inspire and support young people

Key Details

Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant
Newham
£115-£125 per day
September 2026 - July 2027
Full-time, term-time only
Teacher training opportunities available for the right candidate
This is a fantastic opportunity for an academically strong graduate to gain meaningful classroom experience in a supportive and ambitious secondary school. Xohmjla
Apply today with your CV to be considered.
INDTA

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bexley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English