Graduate Teaching Opportunities – Secondary Schools
Newham, East London
Full-time and part-time roles available
Start date: ASAP and September starts
Thinking about a career in teaching but want to try it properly first? You’re in the right place.
We’re working with a range of welcoming secondary schools across Newham who are keen to bring in graduates to support learning, build confidence in the classroom, and gain hands-on school experience. These roles are ideal if you’re considering teacher training, an ECT pathway, or just want to see if teaching is your thing before committing.
You’ll be working alongside experienced teachers, supporting lessons, small groups, and individual pupils, and getting a real feel for secondary school life. No two days are the same, but that’s half the fun.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting students across KS3 and KS4 in lessons
* Working 1:1 or in small groups to boost confidence and progress
* Helping to keep pupils engaged, focused, and on track
* Gaining valuable classroom experience ahead of teacher training
* Becoming a familiar, positive face in the school day
Who this is perfect for:
* Recent graduates considering a career in teaching
* Aspiring teachers looking for school-based experience
* Graduates in subjects like English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Sports, or Psychology
* Confident communicators who enjoy working with young people
* No formal teaching qualification needed, just the right attitude
Why schools in Newham?
* Diverse, vibrant school communities
* Supportive staff who enjoy developing new talent
* Strong experience for future PGCE or School Direct applications
* Excellent transport links across East London
What you’ll get with Protocol Education:
* Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
* Free access to our online CPD Academy
* Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
* Experience across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
* A smooth, friendly registration process
Thinking about wellbeing and behaviour support too? If you’re Thrive trained, great. If not, we’ll get you booked onto our free Thrive training, it’s a real bonus for schools and a confidence boost for you.
If you’re curious about teaching and want experience that actually counts, this is a brilliant place to start.
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV to jenna.aldrich@protocol-education.com
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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