A well-run Richmond school is looking to appoint a Graduate Teaching Assistant for September. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate considering teacher training, educational psychology, or a longer-term career working with young people. The school is known for its calm atmosphere, strong academic outcomes, and carefully structured support for students across all ability ranges. Staff are collaborative, approachable, and committed to developing graduates who want meaningful classroom experience. This Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers genuine responsibility from the beginning of the academic year.
Graduates joining the school receive regular coaching from experienced teachers and senior leaders, helping them understand behaviour systems, lesson structure, and effective pupil support strategies. The school has developed a particularly strong intervention programme, giving Graduate Teaching Assistants the chance to lead small group sessions and build confidence working directly with students. Behaviour is orderly and purposeful, allowing support staff to focus on learning and progress. Several previous Graduate Teaching Assistants have progressed into funded teacher training routes after completing their placement year.
Key Highlights:
* Graduate Teaching Assistant – full-time role starting September 2026
* £100 per day, term-time only
* Richmond location with excellent transport connections
* Ofsted rated ‘Good’ with strong academic outcomes
* Full academic year contract with long-term progression opportunities
* Weekly CPD and mentoring for aspiring education professionals
* Strong intervention programme with direct student support experience
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Supporting teachers during lessons across a range of subjects
* Delivering focused intervention sessions for small groups
* Assisting students who need additional academic encouragement
* Preparing resources and helping maintain purposeful classrooms
* Tracking student engagement and supporting pupil progress
Ideal Candidate for this Richmond school:
* Graduate Teaching Assistant applicants should hold a 2:1 degree or above
* Candidates interested in teaching or educational psychology are encouraged to apply
* Strong communication skills and professional confidence are essential
* Previous tutoring, mentoring, or coaching experience is desirable
* Graduates must be committed to the full academic year
Why Join this Richmond school?
* Graduate Teaching Assistants receive structured mentoring throughout the year
* Senior leaders actively support progression into teacher training
* Calm behaviour systems create productive learning environments
* Modern facilities and well-resourced intervention spaces
* Richmond location offers excellent local amenities and transport links
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to build meaningful school-based experience before moving into teaching or psychology, apply now for this Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Richmond. Shortlisting is already underway for September appointments.
This Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity in Richmond offers the chance to develop practical classroom experience in a thoughtful, well-organised school environment. Join a team where graduates are valued, supported, and given every opportunity to progress
Salary description
£100.00 - £100.00 per day