Aspiring Teacher – Enfield – January 2026
 
Are you an ambitious graduate looking to begin your journey into teaching? This Aspiring Teacher role is a graduate Teaching Assistant position in a secondary school in Enfield, starting January 2026, with a clear pathway into teacher training from September 2026.
 
This Good-rated secondary school in Enfield has a strong reputation for academic progress, inclusive practice and staff development. The school delivers a well-structured curriculum across KS3, KS4 and Sixth Form, with a clear focus on high expectations, positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing. SEN provision is embedded within mainstream classrooms, supported by experienced SEN staff and robust pastoral systems. Staff benefit from a collegiate culture where graduates are actively supported and developed into confident future teachers.
 
Aspiring Teacher – What the School Offers

• High-quality CPD tailored to Aspiring Teachers and future trainees
• Clear and consistent behaviour systems that support learning
• A structured induction and ongoing mentoring programme
• Collaborative departments with experienced subject specialists
• A proven pathway into teacher training or extended contracts

 
Aspiring Teacher – The Role

• Supporting teaching and learning across KS3–KS5 as an Aspiring Teacher
• Delivering targeted small-group and 1:1 interventions
• Assisting with lesson preparation, classroom management and assessment
• Supporting pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH
• Gaining first-hand experience aligned with future teacher training

 
Aspiring Teacher – The Ideal Candidate
This Aspiring Teacher role suits a proactive and committed graduate with a 2:1 or First-Class degree from a top 30 UK university. Previous child-centred experience is highly valued. The successful Aspiring Teacher will demonstrate strong communication skills, resilience and a genuine desire to progress into teaching through formal training from September 2026.
 
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
 
Aspiring Teacher – Salary and Contract Details

• £444 per week, pro rata to term time only
• Full-time, long-term role (January–July)
• Term-time only
• Clear progression into teacher training from September 2026

 
This Aspiring Teacher position offers invaluable school-based experience within a supportive Enfield secondary setting.
 
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Aspiring Teacher | January 2026 | INDHOT