Aspiring Teacher

Posted 08 October 2025
Salary £444 per week
LocationGreater London
Job type Contract
Discipline Support
ReferenceV-110807

Job description

Aspiring Teacher | Barking & Dagenham | September Start

Are you an ambitious Aspiring Teacher looking to kick-start your journey into education? A well-regarded, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ Secondary School in Barking & Dagenham is offering a fantastic opportunity to step into the classroom and build your experience from September. With strong behaviour expectations, supportive staff, and easy transport links, this large school provides the perfect foundation for a future teacher.

Join a supportive and high-achieving department as an Aspiring Teacher
Weekly pay of £444 on a full-time, term-time only contract
Gain access to CPD opportunities and a clear route to teacher training
Work under a dedicated SLT with progression and mentoring support
Benefit from a great pension scheme and structured staff wellbeing initiatives
Located in Barking & Dagenham, with excellent travel connections

As an Aspiring Teacher, you will:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to students across Key Stages 3–5

  • Deliver curriculum-aligned content confidently across a range of subjects

  • Work closely with pupils with SEND and tailor resources to individual learning needs

  • Use your creativity and initiative to engage students and boost academic outcomes

  • Build strong relationships with parents, pupils, and colleagues to support progress

  • Help manage classroom behaviour using consistent and positive strategies

  • Contribute to departmental planning and assessment processes

  • Collaborate effectively with the wider school team to drive a culture of success

This Aspiring Teacher role is ideal for a graduate with a 1:1 or 2:1 degree from a Top 20 UK University. Previous experience supporting students or working with children is preferred, and a passion for teaching and learning is essential. If you’re looking to take your first step towards a rewarding teaching career in Barking & Dagenham, this is the opportunity for you.

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 Teacher position in Barking & Dagenham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Aspiring Teacher role.