Graduate English Teaching Assistant

Kpi-Recruiting-Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kpi Recruiting Ltd is seeking a Graduate English Teaching Assistant to join a central Birmingham secondary school. This full-time, long-term role offers an immediate or September start and supports English Language and Literature across KS3- KS4.

You will provide small group and 1:1 intervention, help with lesson preparation, monitor progress, and give feedback to teachers. The school prides itself on high standards and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree or higher in English or a related subject from a leading university.
• A passion for education and working with young people.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Desire to pursue a career in education (preferred but not essential).
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Support classroom learning across KS3-4.
• Providing small group and 1:1 intervention to raise attainment.
• Assist with lesson preparation and resource management.
• Help monitor student progress and engagement and provide feedback to teachers.
• Encourage an inclusive culture of resilience and ambition.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative teamwork

Passion for education

Education

2:1 degree in English or related subject

Job description

Graduate English Teaching Assistant - Secondary

Full-time | Long-term | Immediate or September start

Location: Central Birmingham

Salary: £20,000-£25,000, term time only

Are you a high-achieving English graduate passionate about making English studies accessible for all, not just the few?

Are you eager to help inspire and support the next generation on their journey to academic success?

Are you considering a career in education?

If you answered yes to the above, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! An Ofsted Good-Outstanding school, with a reputation for high standards and producing excellent results, are seeking a Graduate English Teaching Assistant to further support in the delivery of their English Language and Literature curricula from KS3-KS4.

About the role

As a Graduate English Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support classroom learning across KS3-4
• Providing small group and 1:1 intervention to raise attainment
• Assist with lesson preparation and resource management
• Help monitor student progress and engagement and provide feedback to teachers
• Encourage an inclusive culture of resilience and ambition

This is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable classroom experience and establish professional working relationships, providing an ideal foundation for teacher training.

What are we looking for?

• 2:1 degree or higher in English or a related subject from a leading university
• A passion for education and working with young people
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Desire to pursue a career in education (preferred but not essential)
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

Why this role?

• Join a supportive and high-performing secondary school in Birmingham
• Gain valuable, hands-on classroom experience
• Clear pathway into teacher training
• Competitive salary of £20,000-£25,000 or equivalent daily rate
• Collaborate with experienced educators
• About the school
• Based in central Birmingham, the school is known for its supportive and inclusive ethos and commitments to pupil development. They provide a positive and focused learning environment where students feel encouraged to achieve their full potential.

If you are looking to take the first step into education and are eager to make a positive impact in the English classroom, this is an incredible opportunity.