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Graduate STEM Teaching Assistant
Secondary School
Kingston upon Thames, KT1, South West London
Salary: £23,000–£28,000 per annum (term-time equivalent)
Full-Time
Monday–Friday
8:00am–3:30pm
Are you a recent STEM graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, or youth development?
A welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in the Kingston upon Thames (KT1) area is seeking a motivated Graduate STEM Teaching Assistant to support students across Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics subjects.
The Role
- Provide classroom support across STEM lessons
- Work with students on a 1:1 and small-group basis
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and practical activities
- Support pupils with varying learning needs and abilities
- Help raise attainment and student engagement in STEM subjects
- Full-time position: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm
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Ideal Candidate
- Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Computer Science or a related STEM subject
- Strong academic background and communication skills
- Passion for education and supporting young people
- Previous tutoring, mentoring, coaching or youth work experience desirable but not essential
- Considering teacher training or a future career in education
What the School Offers
- Excellent transport links via Kingston Station and local bus routes
- Modern STEM facilities and well-equipped science laboratories
- Free on-site staff gym and fitness facilities
- Staff café and dedicated staff wellbeing areas
- Free on-site parking (subject to availability)
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive leadership team and experienced teaching staff
- Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience before teacher training


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This is an excellent opportunity for a STEM graduate looking to make a positive impact while developing skills and experience within a thriving secondary school environment.
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