English Teaching Assistant Are you a University Graduate with a 2:1 or 1st class honours degree in English? Are you looking to pursue a career as an English teacher? Do you need experience in Schools to support an applicant for an English teacher PGCE or GTP next year? Have you thought about a role as a Graduate English TA? ***English Teaching Assistant ***1 Year Post ***Coventry ***September 2012 Start Based within the LEA of Coventry just a 5 minute drive from the city centre, this 11-16 Secondary school are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to support in their English Department. This role is a full time, 5 day a week post and will require the successful applicant to support pupils both in groups and on a 1-2-1 basis. You should have excellent English skills, an A in English at A-level and a 2:1 degree or higher in an English degree subject. You will be required to work with pupils who require extra support to reach targeted attainment levels and should be confident in your own abilities and able to use your own initiative when required. The school�s last Ofsted report graded them as �Good� and praised the overall effectiveness of the school. Exam results have recently been excellent, with the school with the school posting some of the Highest Value Added scores in Coventry. The Head Teacher has a clear vision and ambition for the school to keep developing and establishing itself as a centre of excellence. The school plays an important role in community cohesion at all levels, and possesses a multi-cultural diversity throughout. This role is ideal for recent graduates who having completed a Degree based around English are looking to gain experience in schools prior to starting a PGCE or GTP course 2013/14. You will be provided with an insight into the day to day running of an exceptional school, which possesses a committed and passionate teaching staff. The school provide a supportive and inclusive environment and you will be given every opportunity to test and develop your skills within an environment of excellence. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity please e-mail a copy of your CV to Chris at Edustaff