Job Description

Graduate Teaching Assistant (English focus) - Secondary School - Haringey
Start date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time (term-time only), long-term
Location: Haringey
Pay: £95-£105 per day

Are you a graduate with a passion for English and literacy?
This welcoming secondary school in Haringey is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support the English department. This is a brilliant opportunity for an aspiring English teacher to build experience and support student progress in reading, writing and comprehension.

About the role:

  • Supporting students in English lessons, both in-class and through targeted intervention
  • Assisting with reading catch-up, creative writing tasks and GCSE preparation
  • Encouraging a love of literature through 1:1 and small group work
  • Helping students develop confidence in spoken and written communication
  • Working closely with English teachers and SEN staff

About you:

  • Degree in English, Creative Writing or related subject
  • Strong literacy and communication skills
  • A clear passion for education and student development
  • Able to engage and inspire students of all abilities
  • Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one

Why join this school?

  • Inclusive school culture with a supportive English department
  • Opportunities to progress into teacher training or HLTA roles
  • Ongoing training and CPD throughout the year
  • Great transport links across North London