English Graduate TA

English Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEN Support) - Secondary School

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Brent is seeking an ambitious English Graduate Teaching Assistant to join its successful English Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who is considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or SEND education.

You will work closely with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them access the English curriculum, build confidence, and achieve their full potential.

The Role:

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• Support students with SEN during English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
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• Work alongside experienced English teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences.
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• Provide one-to-one and small-group literacy interventions.
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• Support students with needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, Dyslexia, and Speech & Language difficulties.
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• Help develop reading comprehension, written communication, spelling, and grammar skills.
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• Encourage student engagement, confidence, and independence
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Requirements:

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• A degree in English, English Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism or related subject
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• A passion for education and supporting young people
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  An interest in teaching, SEND, educational psychology, or pastoral support.

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• Experience with children or young people
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Why Apply?

This position is ideal for an English graduate seeking hands-on experience in a school environment while supporting students who require additional guidance to succeed academically. You will gain exposure to classroom practice, SEN provision, intervention delivery, and educational support strategies within a thriving secondary school setting

If you are a passionate English graduate looking to start your career in education and make a positive impact on young people's lives, we would love to hear from you

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

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• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
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• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
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• You must have legal right to work in the UK
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• You must be willing to attend a registration interview
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Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'