English Graduate Teaching Assistant

Description:

English Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools
Position: Teaching Assistant – Literacy Support
Location: York Secondary Schools
Employer: GSL Education
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Start Date: September 2024

Are you an English graduate considering a rewarding career in education? GSL Education is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated English graduates to join our team in York, as Teaching Assistants to specifically support and improve literacy skills in secondary schools. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience and make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

English Graduate Teaching Assistant Role Overview:

As a Teaching Assistant with a focus on literacy support, you will work closely with teachers and students to enhance literacy skills across Key Stages 3 and 4. Your role will involve providing one-on-one and small group support, helping students to develop their reading, writing, and comprehension abilities. This position is ideal for graduates who are passionate about education and looking to make a difference in the classroom.

English Graduate Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities:

Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective literacy lessons.
Provide targeted support to students who require additional help with their literacy skills.
Work with small groups or individual students to improve reading, writing, and comprehension.
Help to create and implement literacy intervention programs.
Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers.
Support the classroom environment by preparing resources and materials.
Encourage and motivate students to develop a love for reading and learning.
English Graduate Teaching Assistant Requirements:

A degree in English or a related field.
A passion for education and a desire to make a positive impact on students' literacy skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with students.
Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic school environment.
Previous experience working with young people or in an educational setting is desirable but not essential.
Benefits:

Gain valuable classroom experience and insight into the education sector.
Receive training and professional development opportunities.
Work in a supportive and collaborative school environment.
Make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys.
How to Apply:

If you are an enthusiastic English graduate ready to make a difference in the education sector, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV via the application link or call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education’s North Yorkshire Office.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.

Join GSL Education and help shape the future of young learners by improving their literacy skills. Apply today and start your journey towards a rewarding career in education