Graduate English Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Graduate English Teaching Assistant in Birmingham to support English KS3 and KS4 students through 1:1 and small group interventions. An English-related degree and a clear, confident communication style are essential to help pupils understand instructions and engage with learning.

This role begins immediately and runs until July 2027, paying £80-£90 per day. You will join a thriving secondary school in Northfield, benefiting from a supportive team and a strong

Qualifications

• English-related degree required.
• Strong understanding of English language and literature.
• Confident and well-spoken to students; able to give clear instructions.
• Willing to actively pursue a career in education.

Responsibilities

• Lead 1:1 and small group interventions for English KS3 & KS4.
• Support underachieving students and help them stay focused.
• Provide clear, understandable guidance and feedback to pupils.

Skills

English language proficiency

Excellent communication

Confident with students

Education

English-related degree

Job description

Graduate English Teaching Assistant

Are you an English Graduate looking for your chance to kick-start your career in a secondary school environment?

Would leading 1:1 and small group interventions be something that interests you?

• Graduate English Teaching Assistant
• £80 - £90 per day
• Immediate start until July 2027
• ‘Outstanding’ secondary school, Northfield
• 1:1 and small group intervention support in English KS3 & KS4

To be successful in this role you must have an English related degree, a strong understanding of English language and literature and to be confident and well-spoken to the students so they receive clear and understanding instructions. The ideal candidate must be willing to actively chase a career in education.

The Graduate English Teaching Assistant role will be an important process to yours and the student’s future as this will enable them to connect to learning on a more intimate level. You will be in control of leading and supporting either 1:1 or small group interventions for underachieving students. This will benefit them greatly as they may struggle to focus on a large lesson and will benefit from the smaller and closer group. Its key to have a supportive and encouraging personality to help these students achieve their targets.

This Birmingham school is a well-funded school with excellent facilities and staff. You will be supported all the way through by the welcoming staff. This school drives for success from the level of teaching from staff and the grades produced by the students.

Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.