Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary School
Derby
September 2026 Start
Competitive Daily Rate
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Term Time Only
Start Your Career in Secondary Education
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, youth work or another education-based career?
Step Into Teaching is working with a welcoming secondary school in Derby to recruit an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant for a September start.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real classroom experience, develop your confidence and make a positive impact on young people's academic progress and wellbeing.
The Role
Working alongside experienced teachers, you will support students across the school and help create a positive environment where young people can thrive.
You could be involved in:
- Supporting teachers during lessons.
- Working one-to-one and with small groups of students.
- Helping students with their classwork and understanding of key concepts.
- Supporting students with SEND and additional learning needs.
- Encouraging students who may lack confidence or motivation.
- Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines.
- Helping students develop independence and resilience.
- Building positive relationships with students.
- Assisting with classroom resources and activities.
- Providing pastoral and academic support where required.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for graduates who are:
- Passionate about supporting young people.
- Considering a career in teaching or education.
- Patient, empathetic and approachable.
- Confident communicating with teenagers.
- Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations.
- Organised, reliable and proactive.
- Keen to learn from experienced teachers.
Graduates from all degree backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Particularly relevant subjects include:
- English
- Maths
- Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- History
- Geography
- Languages
- Sports
- Humanities
- Education
Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential. Tutoring, mentoring, coaching, childcare, volunteering or youth work experience would all be beneficial.
What You'll Gain
- Genuine secondary classroom experience.
- Experience supporting SEND and additional needs.
- Valuable behaviour and classroom management experience.
- The opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers.
- A strong foundation for teacher training.
- Development of your communication and leadership skills.
- Valuable experience for careers in teaching, psychology, youth work and education.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's futures.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're a graduate based in Derby who wants to gain meaningful experience in education and help young people reach their potential, 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
