Aspiring Secondary Teacher in Watford)

Academics; Watford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive secondary school in Watford is seeking a Teaching Assistant to provide targeted support to students and help manage classroom activities. This role is ideal for aspiring secondary teachers looking to gain valuable experience in the classroom. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting young people's education. Training and development opportunities are available to guide you towards a teaching career.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

Welcoming and collaborative staff team

Chance to make an impact on students' education

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
• Ability to learn from experienced teachers and develop classroom skills.
• Strong communication and positive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to students.
• Help manage classroom activities.
• Contribute to creating a positive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interest in education

Enthusiastic and proactive

Resilience

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Ideal for Aspiring Secondary Teachers

Watford, Hertfordshire

Are you considering a career in secondary teaching and looking for the perfect first step? This teaching assistant role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, develop your skills, and prepare for a future in teaching.

You will be joining a supportive secondary school in Watford that places a strong emphasis on professional growth and development. Working closely with teachers across a range of subjects, you will provide targeted support to students, help manage classroom activities, and contribute to creating a positive learning environment.

This role is particularly well suited to graduates or individuals who are thinking about pursuing teacher training in the future. You will gain first-hand experience of lesson delivery, behaviour management, and pastoral support - giving you the confidence and skills needed to progress into teacher training.

What the school offers:

• A welcoming and collaborative staff team who support each other
• Excellent training and development opportunities, including potential routes into teacher training
• Experience working across different subjects and key stages in a dynamic secondary school
• The chance to make a real impact on young people's education and future opportunities

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a genuine interest in education and supporting young people
• Be enthusiastic, proactive and resilient
• Be keen to learn from experienced teachers and develop classroom skills
• Have strong communication skills and a positive approach

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone aspiring to become a secondary school teacher. You will be fully supported as you gain hands-on classroom experience and build the foundations for a rewarding career in education.