Graduate English Teaching Assistant
Secondary School | Barnet, North London
Salary: £500 – £600 per week
Are you a high-achieving English graduate with a degree in English or a closely related subject?
Are you considering a long-term career in teaching and want to gain outstanding classroom experience in a supportive secondary school?
KPI Education, a specialist education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with an ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Barnet to recruit a Graduate English Teaching Assistant. This role is ideal for academically strong graduates who are passionate about literacy and want to develop their classroom practice before progressing into teacher training.
The Role
As a Graduate English Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced English teachers and pastoral teams to support teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students develop their reading, writing, and analytical skills while reaching their academic potential.
Key responsibilities include:
• Providing 1:1 and small-group academic support in English.
• Supporting classroom learning across English Language and English Literature lessons.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery, behaviour management, and organisation.
• Delivering targeted literacy intervention sessions to raise attainment and close learning gaps.
• Supporting students with additional learning needs and EHCPs where required.
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to assessment and feedback.
This role offers exceptional preparation for PGCE, Schools Direct, and salaried teacher training routes.
Person Specification
• A degree in English or a related field, such as English Literature, English Language, Creative Writing, Linguistics, or Education.
• A strong academic background and genuine passion for literacy and learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, proactive, and resilient approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A clear ambition to pursue a career in teaching or education.
What’s on Offer
• Excellent weekly salary of £500 – £600.
• High-quality mentoring from experienced and outstanding teachers.
• Hands-on classroom experience in a respected Barnet secondary school.
• Experience that significantly strengthens teacher training applications.
• A positive, supportive, and inclusive school environment.
About KPI Education
KPI Education is a specialist graduate-focused education recruitment agency, dedicated to placing graduates into long-term roles that provide genuine progression into teaching careers.
Interested in applying?
If you’re a motivated English graduate with a strong academic background ready to make an impact in the classroom, apply today through KPI Education.
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