English Graduate

Veritas Education recruitment ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking an English Graduate Teaching Assistant for a Brent school starting September 2026. You will support the English department KS3-KS4, assist teachers and help students build confidence.

The ideal candidate has an English/Creative Writing/Journalism degree, experience with children, and strong communication and organisational skills. This role offers hands-on classroom experience and a stepping stone toward teacher training.

Qualifications

• English/Creative Writing/Journalism degree or related discipline.
• Experience working or volunteering with children or young people.
• Reliable, committed and patient with a genuine desire to help students progress.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the English department across KS3-KS4.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group intervention to help students build confidence and master key concepts.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, accessible lessons.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive learning environment.

Skills

English degree

1:1 support

Small group support

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

English/Creative Writing/Journalism degree

Job description

English Graduate Teaching Assistant - Starting September 2026

Are you an English graduate with a passion for working with young people? Do you enjoy problem-solving, supporting others, and want to make a genuine impact in the classroom? We are looking for an enthusiastic, academically strong graduate to join the team in a school in Brent as an English Teaching Assistant.

As an English Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning in the English department across KS3-KS4

• Work with pupils of varying abilities, including high achievers and those needing targeted support
• Provide 1:1 and small-group intervention to help students build confidence and master key concepts
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, accessible lessons

• Contribute to a positive, supportive, and inspiring learning environment

We are looking for someone who is:

• An English/Creative Writing/Journalism (or related discipline) degree
• Experienced working or volunteering with children or young people
• Reliable, committed, and patient, with a genuine desire to help students progress
• A confident communicator with strong organisational skills
• Passionate about education and keen to gain school-based experience - ideal if you're considering teacher training

Why This Role?

• Gain invaluable classroom experience in a supportive school

• Work closely with skilled teachers who will help you develop professionally
• Make a meaningful difference to students' progress and confidence

• The perfect stepping stone into a PGCE or further teacher training

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'