Job Description
Location: Staffordshire
Agency: Zest Education
Salary: Competitive pay rates
Start Date: Flexible
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting? Zest Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistants to support students in secondary schools across Staffordshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a career in teaching, education, psychology, or youth work. The role provides hands-on classroom experience while supporting students’ academic progress and wellbeing.
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and school staff to support students in the classroom and during small group interventions. Your responsibilities may include:
* Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons
* Providing one-to-one or small group support to students
* Assisting with classroom management and learning activities
* Helping students stay focused and engaged with their work
* Supporting pupils with varying learning needs
What We’re Looking For
* A recent graduate (any subject considered)
* A genuine passion for working with young people
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* A proactive and positive attitude
* An interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education (desirable but not essential)
What Zest Education Offers
* Competitive pay rates
* Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
* Free on-site parking at many school locations
* Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience
* Ongoing support from a dedicated Zest Education consultant
* Potential pathways into teacher training
If you are a graduate looking to make a difference and gain experience in a rewarding school environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to join Zest Education and begin your journey in education.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.