Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant - Aspiring Teacher
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 Wandsworth 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.
As an Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
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Support pupils across KS3-KS4, with potential exposure to KS5
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Work within a subject-specialist department such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities or MFL
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Support class teachers with lesson delivery, intervention and academic progress
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Work with high-achieving pupils as well as those needing additional support
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Help raise attainment, confidence and aspiration across the school
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Receive ongoing training, mentoring and CPD throughout the academic year
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High-performing secondary school in Wandsworth
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Strong academic outcomes and excellent pupil behaviour
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Supportive Senior Leadership Team and experienced Heads of Department
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Excellent transport links across East London
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Structured graduate development pathway
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Ideal environment for future secondary teachers
The school is looking for an Oxbridge graduate who has:
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A 2:1 or First-Class degree from Oxford or Cambridge University
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Strong A-Level results
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A genuine passion for education
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Excellent communication skills
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Confidence, resilience and professionalism
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A long-term interest in becoming a secondary teacher
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The ability to motivate, inspire and support young people
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Oxbridge Graduate Teaching Assistant
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Wandsworth
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£26,500 per annum, term time only, actual salary for 39 weeks of the year
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September 2026 - July 2027
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Salaried 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.
Apply today with your CV to be considered.
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