Secondary Graduate Teaching Assistant - English. Job in Leeds Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People; Morley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive and ambitious school in Leeds seeks a full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant for English, ideal for graduates aiming for a teaching career. Responsibilities include providing support across curriculum stages and assisting in lesson delivery. Candidates should have a minimum 2:1 degree in an English-related subject and enthusiasm for working with students. Opportunities for training and professional development are offered.

Benefits

Training and mentorship from skilled teachers

Ongoing professional development

Clear pathway into teacher training programmes

Qualifications

• A minimum 2:1 degree in an English related subject.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with secondary-aged students and pursuing a teaching career.
• Previous experience mentoring, tutoring, or supporting young learners is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject-specific support across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one intervention sessions to raise attainment.
• Assist teachers in planning, preparing, and delivering engaging lessons.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Flexibility

Enthusiasm for teaching

Education

2:1 degree in English-related subject

Job description

Overview

Job description
Secondary Graduate Teaching Assistant - English

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long term, Full-Time
Salary: 90 - 110 per day

A high-performing and inclusive secondary school in Leeds are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their staff ASAP for the full academic year. This opportunity is ideal for graduates aiming to gain valuable classroom experience before progressing into a teaching career through routes such as PGCE or School Direct.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject-specific support across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver small group and one-to-one intervention sessions to raise attainment.
• Assist teachers in planning, preparing, and delivering engaging lessons.
• Support behaviour management to ensure a productive learning environment.
• Work with students of all abilities, including those with SEN and EAL needs.
• Take part in extra-curricular activities, clubs, and wider school initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum 2:1 degree in an English related subject
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with secondary-aged students and pursuing a teaching career.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, flexible, and resilient approach to supporting young people.
• Previous experience mentoring, tutoring, or supporting young learners is advantageous.

What the School Can Offer

• A supportive and ambitious school community.
• Training and mentorship from skilled teachers and school leaders.
• Ongoing professional development tailored to your progression.
• A clear pathway into teacher training programmes.
• Convenient Leeds location with excellent transport links across West Yorkshire

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated graduate to gain first-hand teaching experience, develop transferable skills, and play a meaningful role in the education of secondary school pupils.

Apply now with your CV to take the first step towards a successful teaching career.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.