English Graduate Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: English Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent English graduate eager to kick-start your career in education? Do you have a passion for literature and language, and a desire to inspire young minds? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our team as an English Graduate Teaching Assistant at a prestigious secondary school in Denton.

Role Overview:

As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the English department and assisting students in their literary and linguistic development. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Classroom Support: Collaborating with English teachers to deliver engaging and interactive lessons, providing one-to-one or small group support to students who may require additional assistance with reading, writing, or comprehension.

2. Literacy Development: Assisting students in developing their literacy skills, including reading fluency, vocabulary expansion, grammar, and punctuation, through targeted interventions and activities tailored to their individual needs.

3. Writing Support: Supporting students in the planning, drafting, and editing of written assignments, essays, and creative pieces, providing constructive feedback and guidance to help them improve their writing skills and express themselves effectively.

4. Literary Analysis: Facilitating discussions and activities to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of literature, guiding them in analysing texts, identifying themes, and interpreting literary devices and techniques.

5. Exam Preparation: Assisting students in preparing for English examinations, including GCSEs and other assessments, by providing revision materials, practice questions, and exam techniques to help them excel in their studies.

Requirements:

• A degree in English literature, language, or a related field from a reputable university.
• A passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and colleagues.
• Strong literacy skills and a good understanding of English language and literature concepts.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience in supporting students facing literacy challenges or additional needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work collaboratively within a team environment and respond to the diverse needs of students and teachers.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from £1540 to £1900 per month, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time position starting after May half term until the end of the academic year, with the potential for the role to become permanent based on performance and school requirements.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive and professional school environment.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in education and English teaching.

If you are an English graduate with a passion for literature and language, and a commitment to supporting students' academic success, we encourage you to apply now to join our team as an English Graduate Teaching Assistant. Help us inspire the next generation of literary enthusiasts and make a difference in their educational journey.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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