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Graduate Science Teaching Assistant – Secondary, KPI EDUCATION

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Graduate Science Teaching Assistant – Secondary
Full-Time | Immediate or September start | Coventry
£20,000 - £25,000
Are you a high-achieving science graduate eager to inspire the next generation?
Do you want to gain hands-on classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching?
Are you passionate about making complex scientific ideas accessible and engaging for young people?
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Science Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic team at a reputable Coventry secondary school. This is the ideal opportunity for a graduate considering a career in the education sector to gain invaluable classroom experience in a supportive and inclusive environment.
You will work closely with the science department, alongside experienced educators, to provide support for students across Key Stages 3 and 4 to raise attainment and foster a love of science.
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What is the role?
As a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support teaching and learning during science lessons (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
- Provide 1:1 and small group interventions for students needing extra support
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and delivery
- Help students to develop their confidence and independent learning skills in the science classroom
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment
What are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong academic background, including a 2:1 or higher degree in a science-related subject from a leading university
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, patient and adaptable approach
- Experience working with children and young people (desirable but not essential)
- A passion for education and a desire to pursue a career in this field


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What’s on offer?
- A supportive and welcoming school environment
- Opportunities for professional development
- Hands-on classroom experience in a thriving science department, providing an ideal foundation for a career in education
- Mentoring from experienced educators
If you’re a science graduate seeking the first step into a career in education, apply now by sending a CV and cover letter to Abbie at KPI Education, and make an impact in the secondary science classroom.
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