English Graduate - Teaching Assistant

English Graduate | Braintree Secondary School

Start: September 2026

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.

• A high‑impact, pre‑PGCE role designed to prepare you for Teacher Training
• Work with an exceptional English department known for strong outcomes
• Gain real classroom experience across KS3–KS4
• Develop your confidence leading reading groups, writing workshops and 1:1 support
• Supportive SLT and a school that actively grows future teachers
• Clear progression into salaried teacher training for strong performers
• A friendly, stable staff team with excellent mentoring

• Support English lessons across KS3–KS4, helping raise attainment
• Deliver small‑group interventions in reading, writing and analysis
• Work 1:1 with pupils who need additional literacy support
• Assist with planning, marking and resource creation
• Help run extracurricular activities such as book clubs, debate groups or creative writing
• Build the essential classroom management skills needed for teacher training

• A 2:1 or First Class Honours in English Literature, English Language, Creative Writing or a related degree
• A genuine passion for education and a long‑term ambition to teach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confident, proactive and eager to learn from experienced teachers
• A positive role model who can inspire a love of English

This role is ideal for graduates aiming to apply for PGCE
, Schools Direct
, or SCITT routes in 2027, giving you the practical experience that makes applications stand out.