Secondary Teacher

Academics Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment firm is seeking graduates to join their programme as Graduate Teaching Assistants in local secondary schools. This role offers the chance to gain valuable classroom experience and support while progressing towards a teaching qualification. Ideal for graduates passionate about education, this opportunity provides a pathway into teaching with comprehensive guidance and support throughout.

Benefits

Ongoing support and career guidance

Flexible opportunities

Clear route to qualified teacher status (QTS)

Qualifications

• Graduates with a passion for education looking to inspire students.
• Eager to gain real classroom experience before pursuing teaching.
• No prior school experience required; positive attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work in local secondary schools as a Graduate Teaching Assistant.
• Provide support in the classroom while gaining valuable experience.
• Progress onto a teacher training programme with dedicated support.

Skills

Passion for education

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Commitment to learn

Education

Graduate in any subject

Job description

Aspiring Secondary Teacher

Graduate Opportunity (Train to Teach)

Local Secondary Schools within a School Trust Partnership
Perfect for Graduates Considering a Career in Teaching

Are you a graduate with a passion for education and a desire to inspire young learners? Are you considering a career in Secondary teaching but want the right support, experience, and pathway to get there?

Academics is working in close partnership with a large, well-established school trust that is actively seeking motivated graduates to train as qualified Secondary teachers through their teacher training scheme.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain paid school experience first, develop your confidence in the classroom, and progress onto a fully supported teacher training route.

The Opportunity

• Work in local Secondary schools as a Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Gain hands‑on classroom experience before teacher training
• Receive guidance and support from Academics LTD throughout the process
• Progress onto a teacher training programme delivered through the school trust
• Train in schools where you are valued, supported, and developed – this pathway is ideal for graduates who want to “try before they train”, build practical experience, and make a confident move into teaching.

Who We're Looking For

• Graduates (any subject, education‑related degrees welcomed)
• Passionate about working with children and education
• Aspiring Secondary teachers (any specialism)
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to learn
• Considering teacher training but want real classroom experience first
• No previous school experience? That’s okay; attitude, commitment, and enthusiasm are what matter most.

Why Work with Academics?

• We act as a trusted middle partner between you and the school trust
• We help place you in local schools to gain valuable experience
• Ongoing support, advice, and career guidance
• Flexible opportunities while you build your teaching profile
• A clear route into qualified teacher status (QTS)

Your Future Starts Here

This is more than a job – it's a career pathway into teaching. If you're serious about becoming a Secondary teacher and want the right start, this opportunity offers the experience, training, and support to help you succeed.

Apply today to start your journey into teaching with Academics and our partner school trust.