Job Description

Russell Group Teaching Assistant | Lewisham | September

Are you a Russell Group graduate looking to gain classroom experience before progressing into teaching or a career within education? This Russell Group Teaching Assistant opportunity offers the chance to support pupils within a high-achieving Lewisham secondary school focused on academic ambition and pupil progression.

This Russell Group Teaching Assistant role is ideal for a graduate who wants meaningful experience working directly with young people. You will support lessons, provide small-group academic support and help pupils develop confidence across the curriculum.

The school has a strong culture of aspiration, with a focus on helping pupils achieve their potential through excellent teaching, strong pastoral care and consistent expectations.

Russell Group Teaching Assistant (Contract) | September 2026

Full Academic Year Contract | £500–£550 per week

What the school can offer a Russell Group Teaching Assistant:

• Experience within a successful secondary school environment


• Opportunities to support GCSE and A-Level pupils


• Exposure to teaching, interventions and pastoral support


• Guidance from experienced teachers and leaders


• Strong preparation for teacher training applications


• A structured and ambitious school culture


• Valuable experience for careers in education, psychology or youth work

The successful Russell Group Teaching Assistant will:

• Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree from a Russell Group university


• Be academically strong and confident supporting pupils


• Build positive relationships with students and staff


• Be proactive and enthusiastic about education


• Have ambitions to progress within education

If you are a Russell Group graduate looking for a Russell Group Teaching Assistant role that offers genuine classroom experience, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity.

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