English Graduate Teaching Assistant

Exciting Opportunity: English Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you an enthusiastic English graduate looking to kickstart your career in education? Do you have a passion for literature and language, with a desire to inspire the next generation of learners? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an English Graduate Teaching Assistant at an Ofsted good secondary school in Denton.

Role Overview:

As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the teaching and learning of English across the school. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Classroom Support: Assisting English teachers in delivering engaging and interactive lessons, providing one-to-one support to students who may require additional help, and ensuring that all pupils are able to access the curriculum effectively.

2. Literacy Development: Supporting students in improving their reading, writing, and communication skills, providing targeted intervention and reinforcement of key literacy concepts and strategies.

3. Resource Creation: Collaborating with teachers to create and prepare teaching resources, including worksheets, activities, and reading materials, to enhance the learning experience and cater to the diverse needs of students.

4. Assessment and Feedback: Assisting teachers in assessing student progress and achievement, marking and providing feedback on written assignments and coursework, and tracking student performance over time.

5. Literacy Intervention: Leading small group intervention sessions to support students who are struggling with literacy skills, implementing tailored intervention programs and monitoring student progress closely.

Requirements:

• A degree in English or a related discipline, with a strong academic background and a passion for the subject.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Enthusiasm for education and a willingness to learn and develop as a professional educator, with a commitment to supporting the academic and personal growth of students.
• Adaptability and resilience to work in a dynamic school environment, with the flexibility to take on new challenges and responsibilities as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from £1677 to £2000 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 classroom experience and develop your teaching skills under the guidance of experienced educators.
• Professional development opportunities to further your career in education, including training and support provided by Teaching Personnel.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic English graduate looking to make a difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply now to join our team as an English Graduate Teaching Assistant. Help us inspire a love for English literature and language and empower students to achieve their full potential.

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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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