English Graduate

English Graduate | Watford | Immediate Start – July 2027

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Are you a receptive English Graduate looking to gain invaluable school-based experience before pursuing teacher training? A high-achieving secondary school in Watford is searching for an adaptable English Graduate to join their English department immediately until July 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity for an English Graduate to support students across KS3-KS5, working alongside outstanding teachers in a well-established department with a strong track record of academic success. Ideal for aspiring English Teachers, this English Graduate role will provide the experience and confidence needed to progress into teacher training.
English Graduate | Benefits

• £460-£500 per week PAYE (term-time only).
• Full-time contract, immediately to July 2027.
• Work within an experienced and highly successful English department.
• Excellent training, mentoring and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to progress into salaried teacher training or a school-based PGCE.
• Supportive leadership team committed to staff development and wellbeing.
• Gain invaluable classroom experience across KS3, KS4 and KS5.

English Graduate | The Role

• Support students across KS3, KS4 and KS5 during English lessons.
• Deliver targeted interventions and small-group tuition to raise attainment.
• Encourage students to develop confidence in reading, writing and analytical skills.
• Support pupils preparing for GCSE and A-Level English examinations.

English Graduate | Person Specification

• A 2:1 or First-Class degree in English or a closely related subject from a leading UK university.
• Passionate about education and inspiring young people to achieve their potential.
• Aspiring English Teacher looking to gain meaningful classroom experience.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal English.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and able to build positive relationships with students and staff.

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