A secondary school in Enfield, North London is looking to appoint a full-time Teaching Assistant from September, offering a varied role supporting students academically while developing teaching experience across MFL, English, and ESOL. This is a strong opportunity for a graduate or aspiring teacher who wants meaningful classroom exposure in a school that values staff development and internal progression. The role has the potential to evolve into teaching responsibilities over time, making it particularly suited to candidates considering teacher training or a long-term career in education. Starting in September, you’ll join a school focused on personalised support, strong relationships, and helping students build confidence both academically and socially.
Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral leaders, the Teaching Assistant will support intervention sessions, small-group learning, and classroom delivery across a range of subjects. The school is keen to meet individuals who are adaptable, academically confident, and comfortable building rapport with students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. There is genuine scope here to gain experience in MFL, English, and ESOL teaching while learning from experienced practitioners in a supportive secondary environment. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and take increasing responsibility as their confidence grows.
Key Highlights:
* Graduate Teaching Assistant (MFL) – full-time role starting September 2026
* Daily rate up to £120 depending on experience
* Enfield, North London secondary school with inclusive, community-focused ethos
* Opportunity to support MFL, English, and ESOL learning
* Potential pathway into future teaching responsibilities
* Term-time only position with long-term stability
* Collaborative leadership team invested in staff development
* Ideal for aspiring teachers, linguistics graduates, or language specialists
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Supporting targeted intervention sessions for students needing additional academic help
* Delivering small-group tutoring across English, ESOL, and language-based subjects
* Assisting teachers during lessons to maintain engagement and progress
* Encouraging students’ confidence with literacy, communication, and classroom participation
* Adapting resources to meet varying language abilities and learning needs
* Monitoring pupil progress and feeding back to teaching staff regularly
Ideal Candidate for this Enfield School:
* Educated to degree level, ideally in languages, English, humanities, or a related field
* Confident communicator with strong written and spoken English
* Interest in MFL, ESOL, or secondary teaching as a long-term career
* Comfortable supporting students from diverse backgrounds and abilities
* Able to build positive relationships while maintaining clear expectations
* Previous tutoring, mentoring, or school-based experience beneficial but not essential
Why Join this Enfield School?
* Clear opportunity to gain experience across MFL, English, and ESOL provision
* Smaller-group intervention work allowing meaningful student interaction
* Leadership team open to developing strong support staff into teaching roles
* Diverse student community where language development is genuinely valued
* Collaborative staff culture with experienced teachers willing to mentor graduates
* Accessible Enfield location with strong public transport connections
How to Apply:
If you’re looking to build school-based experience while developing towards a future teaching career, this Teaching Assistant role offers an excellent starting point. Apply through this listing to be considered for September interviews and trial days.
This Teaching Assistant position offers far more than general classroom support. It’s a chance to develop practical teaching experience in a school that sees potential in ambitious graduates and values staff who want to grow within education
Salary description
£100.00 - £120.00 per day