Graduate Science Teaching Assistant
Barnsley Secondary School | September 2025 Start | Potential Progression to Salaried Teacher Training | Up to £550 per Week
Are you a recent science graduate with a passion for education and a desire to inspire the next generation of scientists?
Do you want to gain meaningful classroom experience as a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant before progressing onto a salaried teacher training course?
Would you thrive in a supportive secondary school setting, helping students develop their confidence and skills in STEM?
An innovative and high-achieving secondary school in Barnsley is seeking a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring teacher to build valuable school-based experience in science education, with the potential to transition into a fully funded, salaried teacher training route after one academic year.
Apply now to kickstart your teaching journey as a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant in Barnsley.
Role Overview – Graduate Science Teaching Assistant:
* Full-time, long-term position starting September 2025
* Paid up to £550 per week
* Located in a Barnsley secondary school with an excellent reputation for professional development
* Support students across KS3 and KS4 in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
* Deliver 1:1 and small group academic interventions in science
* Help students develop scientific thinking and exam preparation skills
* Collaborate with science teachers to plan engaging lessons and experiments
* Gain first-hand experience ideal for those considering a career in science teaching
* Opportunity to progress onto an in-school salaried teacher training course the following year
Who We’re Looking For – Graduate Science Teaching Assistant:
* A recent graduate with a 2:1 or above in a science-related degree (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Natural Sciences)
* Strong communication and subject knowledge
* A passion for education and a commitment to student success
* Any experience working with young people is an advantage (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, volunteering)
* Confident, adaptable, and motivated to pursue a career in teaching
As a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant, you’ll become a key member of the science department—supporting student progress, encouraging enthusiasm for STEM subjects, and gaining the classroom skills you need for teacher training. The school has a strong track record of developing Graduate Science Teaching Assistants into qualified teachers through their bespoke in-house programme.
If you're passionate about science and ready to inspire, this Graduate Science Teaching Assistant opportunity in Barnsley is the perfect next step.
Click ‘Apply Now’ to take the first step toward a teaching career as a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant.
Graduate Science Teaching Assistant | Barnsley | Up to £550 per Week
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