Salaried Teacher Training – Higher-Level Teaching Assistant Trainee Needed
Location
London, UK
Sector
Primary
Salary
£19,000 - £27,000 FTE
Job Reference
TA-LD-AL
Subject
KS1&KS2
About the job
‘The best teachers are those who show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see.’ –Alexandra K. Trenfor
Would you like to make an impact in a child’s early educational years?
If yes, then Grad2Teach is here to help you take the next step to becoming a qualified Teaching Assistant through our Salaried Teacher Training Programme. We have partnered with a wonderful Primary school in Central London who are looking for a creative and determined trainee teacher to hit the ground running in a High-Level Teaching Assistant position with them, ideally from September 2022, but they would also consider earlier starts. Your main responsibilities will be assisting students in the classroom, particularly those who are struggling with the content of the lesson, as well as covering classes, leading some intervention groups, and working towards planning lessons. If this position sounds good to you, then apply now through Grad2Teach to take the first step on an alternative route to a career in teaching.
This is a good school, where all pupils expect to do well, and parents offer staunch support in encouraging hard work and good behaviour. Widely recognised for delivering excellent teacher inductions, the school is proud of its record of continuing to support the CPD of staff at all levels. The Head Teacher and Governors take a modern approach to delivering the curriculum, promoting the use of every available resource to support not only academic achievement but the development of skills for life.
Contact Alex on 020 8148 6732 or email your CV to apply@grad2teach.ac.uk for more information.
Requirements
To be eligible for this programme you must meet the following requirements:
Have determination, resilience, and a patient, caring attitude.
Have a relevant university degree with a minimum of a 2:2 classification.
Preferably some experience in a UK classroom.
Have the confidence and ability to lead the class.
Be able to demonstrate your resilience.
Be able to train across all key stages to broaden your skillset.
Benefits
Why choose Grad2Teach as your salaried teacher training course?
As a trainee on Grad2Teach’s salaried teacher training programme, you will receive high-quality, CPD-accredited training. All your training is led by experienced school leaders, including coaching and mentoring. Grad2Teach will ensure you meet the Teachers’ Standards throughout the salaried teacher training programme.
With Grad2Teach you will work to complete a one- or two-year course, achieving a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). You will gain experience working in at least two schools whilst on our salaried teacher training course.
Upon passing Phase 2 of Grad2Teach’s salaried teacher training programme, you will have completed your PGCE and be a qualified teacher with QTS.
In Training Phase 1, you will
Receive Grad2Teach-funded training while you work on our 39-week, school-based, salaried teacher training programme
Gain invaluable insight into classroom management and teaching practice
Receive 24/7 support from our friendly team
Receive three Quality Assessment observations from one of our trainers in your employer school
Develop an understanding of what it means to be a great teacher
In Training Phase 2, you will
Attend 6 training days with our partner university
Complete 3 written assessments reflecting on your experience and what you’ve learned so far
Cover up to 90% of a teaching timetable within a classroom
Work under a dedicated learning mentor who will guide and advise you along your journey
Experience two contrasting school placements, allowing you to broaden your experience