English Teaching Assistant

Are you an English Graduate looking to get into Teaching?

Do you have a real passion for your subject and want to inspire the next generation?

Step Into Teaching have a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to gain experience with a wonderful secondary school based in Merton. This school is high achieving, successful and has high expectations for every student. The school needs someone who can work across KS3 and KS4 in the English department and be the extra support students need to help them reach their full potential., * Must have an English degree or related (2:2 or above)

• Must have a passion for education and your specialist subject (English)

• Understand the English curriculum for KS3 and KS4

• Must be able to commit for the full academic year 2024/25

• Be able to keep students engaged and motivated

• Be enthusiastic and confident in the classroom

• Have strong communication skills

• Be passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people

You will be working alongside classroom teachers (KS3/KS4) and the head of English to help support students with their learning and help them reach their full potential along with improving their academic performance. You will lead intervention/revision sessions, support students on a 1:1 and small group basis (inside & outside the classroom) as well as create revision material and resources for students to use.

Who are Step Into Teaching?

We are a pre teacher training programme that is designed to support and encourage graduates like yourself to choose to teach. We will typically provide you with one years’ practical school-based experience that is an essential foundation for a long-lasting successful career in teaching, educational psychology or counselling. This experience will allow you to qualify for teacher training in the future, giving you insight into whether teaching is for you.

Click ‘Apply’ and email your CV to emma@stepintoteaching.co.uk. This role requires a DBS check.