Aspiring Secondary School Teacher – Barnet – September Start (Boys’ School)

Are you a recent graduate from a top UK university or a Russell Group institution with ambitions to become a teacher?

We are excited to welcome applications from Aspiring Secondary School Teachers to join a leading boys' secondary school in Barnet from September 2025. If you hold a 2:1 degree or above in a core academic subject and are eager to inspire and guide the next generation of young men, this opportunity offers the perfect foundation for your teaching career.

This is an ideal role for graduates seeking meaningful classroom experience before progressing to a PGCE or other teacher training pathway.

Subjects in Demand – Aspiring Secondary School Teacher

We are particularly keen to hear from graduates specialising in:

• English
• Maths
• Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
• Humanities (History, Geography)
• Languages (French, Spanish, German)

What to Expect in This Role

As a full-time Teaching Assistant at this well-respected boys' school, you will:

• Support subject-specific teachers across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Work with pupils aged 11–16 both in-class and in small group settings
• Provide targeted academic intervention and mentoring
• Contribute to lesson planning, classroom organisation, and pupil progress tracking

This is a structured and immersive experience that will allow you to build confidence, develop classroom management skills, and explore your teaching style in a real-world setting.

Candidate Profile – What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you should demonstrate:

• A 2:1 or higher in a core academic subject from a respected UK university
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with secondary-aged boys
• A genuine passion for education and a strong desire to train as a Secondary School Teacher

Why Join as an Aspiring Secondary School Teacher in Barnet?

• Be part of a supportive and high-achieving boys' school in Barnet
• Gain hands-on teaching experience under the guidance of experienced educators
• Access tailored mentorship and professional development
• Strengthen your application for future teacher training programmes
• Join a growing cohort of graduate Teaching Assistants pursuing a career in education

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Aspiring Secondary School Teacher role, in Barnet. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Aspiring Secondary School Teacher role.

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