Graduate Teaching Assistant Programme with Pathway to Salaried Teacher Training – Starting September 2025 in Bournemouth
Are you a passionate graduate eager to pursue a rewarding career in education? Our Graduate Teaching Assistant Programme, starting in September 2025 in Bournemouth, is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience, develop key teaching skills, and move towards a salaried teacher training role.
Why Join Our Programme?
- Comprehensive Training and Support: From day one, you’ll be guided by experienced teachers and mentors, offering personalised support and insight into effective classroom management and teaching techniques. You will also have access to regular CPD (Continuous Professional Development) opportunities to enhance your skill set.
- Immersive School Experience: You'll be fully integrated into the school community, building strong relationships with staff and students. By working consistently in one school, you’ll have the opportunity to truly understand the needs of the pupils and tailor your approach to support their learning.
- Pathway to Teacher Training: The experience you gain as a Graduate Teaching Assistant is a stepping stone to a salaried teacher training programme in September 2026. This provides a seamless transition into a fully qualified teaching role.
What the Role Involves:
- Classroom Assistance: You will support the teacher in delivering lessons, helping with lesson planning, classroom management, and creating an engaging learning environment.
- Student Support: Offer one-on-one or small group assistance to students who need additional help, ensuring they stay on track and reach their potential.
- Wider School Life: Become an integral part of the school community, assisting with extracurricular activities, school trips, and administrative duties.
What We’re Looking For:
- A Degree: You must have a bachelor’s degree (subject specialism not essential). We welcome graduates from all disciplines.
- Commitment to Education: A genuine passion for teaching and supporting young people in their educational journey.
- Strong Communication & Teamwork Skills: You’ll need to be able to work effectively with teachers, students, and parents.
Benefits of Joining Our Programme:
- Paid Experience: This is a paid position offering competitive rates, and all wages will be received through PAYE.
- Career Progression: Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for a salaried teacher training programme, leading to a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Tailored CPD Opportunities: Access a range of discounted CPD courses through Teaching Personnel to further your development.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take your first step towards becoming a qualified teacher, we want to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter outlining your passion for education and why you’d be a great fit for this programme.
Make a difference in the lives of students in Bournemouth and start your rewarding career in teaching with us this September 2025!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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