Job Description

Train to Teach Teaching Assistant

📍 Dudley Area

🕒 Full-Time | Term Time Only

📅 September 2026 Start

💼 Temp to Perm Opportunity

Are you a graduate or aspiring teacher looking to gain invaluable classroom experience before embarking on your teacher training journey?

Smile Education are proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in the Dudley area to recruit a Train to Teach Teaching Assistant. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about education who is looking to build their classroom experience, with the potential to progress into teacher training in the future.

This is a full-time, term-time role starting in September 2026, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

The Role:

Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects.

Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence.

Assist with classroom management and create a positive learning environment.

Provide tailored support for students with varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs.

Help prepare classroom resources and contribute to the wider school community.

Gain valuable hands-on experience within a thriving secondary school setting.We're Looking For:

A graduate or aspiring teacher looking to pursue a career in education.

A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A proactive, enthusiastic and positive attitude.

Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.

A commitment to learning and developing within a school environment.What We Offer:

A fantastic opportunity to gain paid classroom experience before teacher training.

Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants.

Continuous professional development opportunities.

Competitive rates of pay.

A supportive secondary school with excellent mentoring.

A genuine temp-to-perm opportunity for candidates who impress during their placement.If you're ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in teaching, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today online or send your cv to (url removed) to join Smile Education and begin your journey into teaching this September!

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications