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Graduate Teaching Assistant - Outstanding Secondary School
Tower Hamlets, East London | September Start | Full-Time
Are you a graduate considering a career in secondary education?
Would you like to gain valuable classroom experience before embarking on a PGCE or teacher training programme?
Do you have experience working with young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work, volunteering or another similar role?
If so, this exciting Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity could be the ideal next step in your career.
An outstanding secondary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint several Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers to gain practical, hands-on experience within a thriving and supportive school environment.
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As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, working with individuals, small groups and whole classes. You will play a key role in helping students achieve their academic potential while learning from highly experienced teaching staff.
The school is keen to hear from graduates who have previously worked with young people in either a paid or voluntary capacity. Relevant experience may include tutoring, classroom support, sports coaching, mentoring, youth work, summer camps, overseas teaching, or similar educational settings.
Graduate Teaching Assistant - The Role
- Full-time position, Monday to Friday
- September start
- Based in Tower Hamlets, East London
- Supporting students across Years 7-11
- Working alongside experienced and successful teachers
- Excellent preparation for teacher training and a future teaching career
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Graduate Teaching Assistant - Person Specification
- Degree-educated graduate
- Aspiring secondary school teacher
- Previous experience working with young people
- Positive, enthusiastic and committed attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for helping young people succeed
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable school-based experience in a highly successful secondary school while building the skills and confidence needed for a future career in teaching.
To apply, please send your CV to James at Academics today.
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