At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers in delivering lessons and help students thrive in their learning.
- Company: Refine Education, a dynamic education provider in East London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on classroom experience, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Ideal for graduates exploring teaching or educational careers.
- Why this job: Kickstart your teaching career with real classroom experience and make a difference.
- Qualifications: Degree in any subject; strong communication and organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Refine Education is searching for graduate teaching assistants who are ready to take their first steps working in a Primary, Secondary, or SEN school across the boroughs of East London.
What is a Graduate Teaching Assistant? A Graduate Teaching Assistant supports the classroom teacher in delivering lessons and helping pupils get the most out of their learning. It's a popular role for recent graduates who are considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, or other careers working with children, and want first-hand classroom experience before committing to further study or a teaching qualification. Graduate TAs work closely with the class teacher, supporting small groups or individual pupils and helping reinforce what's being taught.
Do you need a teaching qualification? No! A Graduate Teaching Assistant role does not require QTS, a PGCE, or any formal teaching qualification. You'll simply need to hold a degree (in any subject) along with strong communication and organisational skills. This makes it an ideal stepping stone for graduates who are exploring teaching as a career but aren't yet ready to commit to a teacher training programme.
Why work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant?
- Gain Experience in Education
- Teaching Experience: Working as a Graduate TA gives you genuine, day-to-day experience in a classroom setting, helping you decide whether teaching is the right path for you before applying for a PGCE or School Direct place.
- Classroom Management Skills: You'll develop practical classroom management and behaviour support skills, both of which are looked upon favourably by teacher training providers and schools alike.
- Opportunity for Career Progression: With experience, Graduate Teaching Assistants often go on to complete teacher training (PGCE, School Direct, or Teach First), or progress into SEND, pastoral, cover supervisor or HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant) roles within schools.
Experience, Training and Qualifications required for the Graduate Teaching Assistant position:
- A degree in any subject is essential; a degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field is an advantage but not required.
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
- A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education.
- You will be proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic, with strong communication skills.
To be eligible for the Graduate Teaching Assistant position through Refine Education you must:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional references
If you're looking to gain valuable classroom experience and take the first step towards a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.
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