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English Graduate Teaching Assistant | Havering | September 2026
Are you an ambitious English Graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing teacher training? A welcoming and inclusive 11-16 secondary school is seeking to appoint a dedicated English Graduate to join their support team from September 2026.
The successful English Graduate will support students across KS3 and KS4, working closely with the English department to deliver literacy interventions, reading support, and targeted academic assistance. As an English Graduate, you will also play a key role within the school's library, helping to promote a love of reading and supporting literacy initiatives across the school.
This role would suit an English Graduate who is considering a future career in teaching and is keen to gain hands-on experience supporting students with additional learning needs. The English Graduate will work with pupils who require extra support, including those with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other SEND needs, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their potential.
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Why Join This School?
- Earn up to £500 per week on a contract basis.
- Term-time only position with school holidays off.
- Structured support and mentoring from experienced staff.
- Gain experience working with students with SEND.
- Potential routes into teacher training programmes.
- Opportunity to progress into a school-based teacher training pathway.
- Friendly and supportive school environment.
The ideal English Graduate will hold a degree in English or a related subject and possess excellent communication skills, strong literacy knowledge, and a genuine passion for education. Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
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If you are an enthusiastic English Graduate seeking the perfect first step into education, this English Graduate opportunity offers invaluable experience and clear progression into teaching.
Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this English Graduate role in Havering. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this English Graduate role.
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