Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary School
Derby
September/October 2026 Start
Competitive Daily Rate
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Term Time Only
Your Graduate Journey Starts Here
Are you a recent graduate who wants to make a real difference to young people while gaining valuable experience before moving into teaching or another education-based career?
Step Into Teaching is working with a welcoming secondary school in Derby to recruit a Graduate Teaching Assistant for September.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable and genuinely enjoys helping young people overcome challenges and reach their potential.
What Will You Be Doing?
Working alongside experienced teachers, you'll support students both academically and personally.
Your day could include:
- Supporting teachers during lessons.
- Working one-to-one or with small groups of students.
- Helping students understand and complete their work.
- Supporting pupils who need additional academic or pastoral help.
- Working with students with SEND and additional learning needs.
- Encouraging students who may lack confidence or motivation.
- Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines.
- Building strong, positive relationships with students.
- Helping students develop independence and resilience.
- Preparing resources and supporting classroom activities.
Who Are We Looking For?
We're looking for graduates who are:
- Passionate about working with young people.
- Considering a career in teaching, education or psychology.
- Patient, approachable and empathetic.
- Confident communicating with teenagers.
- Resilient and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
- Positive, proactive and willing to get involved.
- Organised and reliable.
- Keen to learn from experienced teachers.
All degree subjects are welcome.
Graduates from subjects such as Psychology, English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, Sociology, Sports, Languages, Humanities and Education may be particularly suited to the role.
Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential. Tutoring, mentoring, coaching, childcare, volunteering or youth work experience would all be valuable.
What You'll Get From The Role
- Real experience working in a secondary school.
- The opportunity to develop classroom and behaviour-management skills.
- Experience supporting students with SEND.
- Support and guidance from experienced education professionals.
- A fantastic foundation for teacher training.
- Valuable experience for careers in teaching, psychology, youth work and education.
- The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with young people and make a genuine difference.
Ready to Take The Next Step?
If you're a graduate in Derby or the surrounding area and you're ready to turn your interest in education into practical experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and take your first step towards a rewarding career in education with Step Into Teaching.
Pay: Up to £530.00 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
