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English Graduate – Teaching Assistant
Location: Reading
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time (Term-Time Only) | Permanent or Fixed-Term
Start Date: September 2026
Launch Your Career in Education
Are you an English graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, or another education-based profession?
We are working with a welcoming and supportive school in Reading seeking a motivated and enthusiastic English Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference to students' academic progress and confidence.
As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside experienced teachers, supporting students both in the classroom and through small-group and one-to-one interventions. Your role will help pupils develop their understanding of English while encouraging engagement, confidence and a love of learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students during English lessons through one-to-one and small-group interventions.
- Assist teachers with lesson delivery and effective classroom management.
- Help students understand key English concepts and complete classwork.
- Provide additional support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and other learning needs.
- Encourage positive behaviour, participation and confidence within the classroom.
- Prepare learning resources and support differentiated learning activities.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A degree in English or a closely related subject.
- A genuine passion for education and supporting young people.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain ideas clearly and effectively.
- Patience, empathy and a proactive, positive approach.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a school team.
- Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
- The ability to commute to Reading.
What the School Offers
- Outstanding classroom experience within a supportive and welcoming school.
- Excellent preparation for teacher training, educational psychology or other education careers.
- Ongoing mentoring and guidance from experienced teaching professionals.
- The opportunity to make a genuine impact on students' learning and development.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Convenient Reading location with excellent transport links.
If you're an English graduate eager to gain practical classroom experience while inspiring and supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this exciting English Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity in Reading, starting September 2026.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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