Graduate Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time & part-time opportunities available
Salary: Competitive daily rate, depending on experience
🎓 Are you a graduate looking to get into teaching?
Are you a recent graduate based in St Albans or the surrounding areas and considering a career in secondary teaching?
We're currently working with a secondary school in St Albans that is looking for enthusiastic graduates to join their team from September.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain genuine classroom experience, work alongside experienced teachers and find out whether teaching is the right career for you - all while building your CV.
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor, you could be involved in:
- Supporting students across KS3 and KS4
- Assisting teachers with lessons and classroom activities
- Providing additional support to students who need it
- Supervising classes when required
- Helping create a positive and engaging learning environment
- Building strong relationships with students
- Supporting small-group work or leading activities as your confidence develops
👨🎓 Who are we looking for?
This opportunity would suit graduates who are:
- Passionate about working with young people
- Confident, enthusiastic and approachable
- Considering a future career in teaching
- Strong communicators
- Patient and supportive
- Looking to gain valuable secondary school experience
No previous school experience is essential - the school is happy to consider graduates who can demonstrate the right attitude and enthusiasm for working with young people.
Graduates with degrees in English, Maths, Science, Psychology, Geography, History, PE, Art, Languages or related subjects are particularly encouraged to apply.
🌟 Why St Albans?
This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door of a secondary school in St Albans and gain the experience needed to take the next step towards teacher training, a PGCE or QTS.
If you've been thinking about teaching but aren't quite ready to commit to teacher training, this could be the perfect way to start your journey.
Interested? Apply today with your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunity.
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