Modern Languages Graduate Academic Support Assistant | West London Secondary School | Pre-PGCE Opportunity
Start Date: September 2025
Are you a recent Modern Languages graduate considering a future in teaching? Are you eager to gain hands-on, school-based experience before embarking on a teacher training programme?
A high-performing secondary school in West London is seeking a passionate and motivated Spanish and French graduate to join their team as an Academic Support Assistant. This is a brilliant opportunity to support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within the MFL (Modern Foreign Languages) Department, building valuable experience in a dynamic and supportive school setting.
Working alongside subject teachers, the Head of Languages, and pastoral leaders, you will deliver tailored academic interventionsincluding 1:1 and small group supportto boost students language skills, build confidence in speaking and writing, and help raise attainment across Spanish and French.
This role is ideal for a Modern Languages graduate planning to begin a PGCE or other teacher training pathway in 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide academic support to students in Spanish and/or French across KS3 and KS4
Deliver focused 1:1 and small group tuition to strengthen language proficiency and exam preparation
Work collaboratively with teaching staff to identify and address learning needs
Assist with the preparation of lesson materials and track student progress
Candidate Profile:
A recent graduate in Spanish and/or French from a top university
Genuinely passionate about languages and pursuing a career in education
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in explaining language concepts clearly
Reliable, adaptable, and a proactive team player
Experience working with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is highly desirable
The School Offers:
A well-resourced MFL Department with experienced and supportive staff
A welcoming school culture focused on academic excellence and personal growth
Professional development opportunities and mentoring support
A fantastic West London location with excellent transport links
Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruitment specialists. We work exclusively with high-achieving graduates, supporting them to secure school-based roles that provide the ideal foundation for teacher training.
If you're a Modern Languages Graduate looking to build classroom experience ahead of your teacher training, apply today to become an Academic Support Assistant in a vibrant West London Secondary School.
Modern Languages | Academic Support Assistant
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