(English Graduate) Teaching Assistant

Job Advert: (English Graduate) Teaching Assistant

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated English graduate looking to kickstart your career in education?

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a passionate individual to join our team as an English Specialist Teaching Assistant at a secondary school in the High Peak area.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic educational environment -

Responsibilities:

- Assisting the English department in planning and delivering engaging lessons.

- Providing one-on-one support to students who require additional help with their English studies.

- Conducting small group sessions to reinforce learning and facilitate discussion.

- Marking and providing constructive feedback on student work.

- Supporting the teacher in managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.

- Assisting with the organization and supervision of extracurricular activities related to English, such as book clubs or writing competitions.

- Collaborating with other teaching assistants and teachers to share resources and best practices.

Requirements:

- A minimum of a bachelor's degree in English or a related field.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Strong subject knowledge in English literature, language, and grammar.

- Passion for working with young people and helping them achieve their full potential.

- Patience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students.

- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced educational setting.

- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Benefits:

- Valuable experience working in a secondary school environment, enhancing your CV for future career opportunities in education.

- Opportunity to develop your teaching skills under the guidance of experienced professionals.

- Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

If you are an ambitious English graduate who is passionate about education, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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