English Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Merton
- £600 per week
- Permanent
- Full-time
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday 8:30am–3:30pm
Salary: £500–£600 per week
Start Date: September 2025
School Type: High-performing Secondary School with Outstanding Ofsted and exceptional GCSE & A Level resultsJob SummaryAre you a recent or soon-to-be English graduate, eager to share your love of literature and language with the next generation?This top-performing secondary school in Merton is looking for an English Graduate Teaching Assistant to join its thriving English department in September 2025. The school is one of the most successful in the borough, achieving excellent 2025 results—over 80% of pupils secured strong passes in GCSE English, and A Level English students went on to top Russell Group universities.As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside inspiring teachers to nurture a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking across KS3 and KS4. You’ll gain the chance to apply your academic knowledge in real classrooms, supporting learners of all abilities and preparing yourself for a future career in teaching.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:Support teachers in delivering engaging and challenging English lessons across KS3 and KS4Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support in reading, writing, and analysisHelp pupils stay focused and motivated, ensuring excellent progress in EnglishAssist with lesson planning, classroom organisation, and preparation of resourcesContribute to enrichment activities such as debating, creative writing clubs, and school drama performancesBe a positive role model, inspiring students to develop a lifelong passion for EnglishWho We’re Looking ForThe ideal English Graduate Teaching Assistant will:Hold (or be predicted) a 2:1 or higher in
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