English Graduate - Teaching Assistant

English Graduate Braintree Secondary School Start: September 2026Take your first step into teaching and make it count! This English Graduate role in a high performing Braintree secondary school offers the perfect springboard into Teacher Training, giving you the classroom experience, mentoring, and confidence you need before stepping into a PGCE or Schools Direct route. You ll be working alongside outstanding English Teachers, supporting lessons, leading small group interventions, and gaining the kind of hands on experience universities love to see. If you re serious about becoming an English Teacher, this is the most valuable year you can invest in.Why this English Graduate role stands outA high impact, pre PGCE role designed to prepare you for Teacher TrainingWork with an exceptional English department known for strong outcomesGain real classroom experience across KS3 KS4Develop your confidence leading reading groups, writing workshops and 1:1 supportSupportive SLT and a school that actively grows future teachersClear progression into salaried teacher training for strong performersA friendly, stable staff team with excellent mentoring The Role English GraduateSupport English lessons across KS3 KS4, helping raise attainmentDeliver small group interventions in reading, writing and analysisWork 1:1 with pupils who need additional literacy supportAssist with planning, marking and resource creationHelp run extracurricular activities such as book clubs, debate groups or ..... full job details .....