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

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 Tower Hamlets 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 Tower Hamlets
  • 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
  • Tower Hamlets
  • £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.

Apply today with your CV to be considered.

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