Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Ideal for Aspiring Teachers!

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant
Start Date: 06.01.2024
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education? Are you considering a career in teaching and looking for valuable, hands-on classroom experience? Teaching Personnel has an exciting opportunity for you to join a fantastic primary school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant!

This role is perfect for graduates who want to gain real classroom experience and develop essential skills before pursuing a teaching qualification. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students, building up your knowledge and confidence to excel in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons, working one-on-one and with small groups of students to enhance their learning.
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation, gaining insight into daily teaching tasks.
• Provide tailored support to students who may need additional help with literacy, numeracy, or other key areas.
• Actively engage with students, encouraging positive behaviour and supporting their social and emotional development.
• Help monitor and track student progress, working with teachers to ensure all students reach their potential.
• Develop your classroom management skills and get a taste of what it’s like to lead a class.

About You:

• A recent graduate with a degree in any subject (core subjects such as English, Maths, or Science are particularly beneficial).
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching and a commitment to gaining classroom experience.
• Strong communication skills, enthusiasm, and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Previous experience working with children (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, coaching) is desirable but not essential.
• A resilient, adaptable mindset and a willingness to learn from experienced educators.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Valuable Classroom Experience: Get a head start in your teaching career by gaining practical experience in a supportive school environment.
• Professional Development: Access to Teaching Personnel’s training courses, including Behaviour Management, SEN Support, and Safeguarding.
• Dedicated Support: Receive guidance from a Teaching Personnel consultant to help you develop in your role and plan your next steps in education.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Earn while gaining experience and preparing for a teaching career.

How to Apply:

If you’re a recent graduate with a passion for education and a desire to become a teacher, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to the contact details provided. 

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

Start your journey into teaching with Teaching Personnel and make a real difference in students' lives!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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