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Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd
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8 months ago
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Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant

Salford Secondary School – Up to £520 per week

Are you ahigh-achieving Physics or Engineering graduateeager to inspire the next generation of scientists?

Would you love the opportunity to gainclassroom experience, supporting students in mastering complex physics concepts?

Could thisGraduate Physics Teaching Assistantrole in ahigh-achieving Salford secondary schoolbe the perfect first step toward a career in teaching or education?

An innovative and forward-thinking secondary school in Salford is seeking a talented Physics graduate to join their team as a Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant. With above-national-average in attainment within Science, this school strives to create a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, where every student is pushed to achieve their full potential. As a Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant, you’ll benefit from training and guidance from a roster of experienced educators.

Click‘Apply Now’to register your interest in this exciting Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant role now!

Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant – Candidate Specification

  • A2:1 or higher degreein Physics, Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • A strongacademic backgroundand a passion for STEM education.
  • Experience working with young people (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, coaching) isdesirable but not essential.
  • The ability to break downchallenging physics conceptsand make learning engaging.
  • Anaspiring teacher or education professionalkeen to develop hands-on classroom experience.

Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant – Job Specification

  • Full-time, long-term Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant role
  • Earn up to£520 per week.
  • Work closely withexperienced Physics teachersto deliver engaging lessons.
  • Provide1:1 and small-group intervention, helping students grasp key topics likemechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum physics.
  • Assist insetting up practical experiments and demonstrations, bringing physics to life in the classroom.
  • Support students inGCSE and A-Level exam preparation, developing their confidence in problem-solving and application.
  • Monday to Friday,8:30 AM – 3:30 PM – term-time only.

About the School

Thishigh-achieving Salford secondary schoolhas athriving science departmentthat is dedicated toacademic excellenceand hands-on learning, and seeks a Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant to proliferate these values. Withstate-of-the-art science labsand a strong focus onSTEM education, the school consistently achievesimpressive GCSE and A-Level results in Physics.

As aGraduate Physics Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students to developcritical thinking and problem-solving skills, while alsogaining invaluable experiencethat will prepare you for a career in teaching or educational research.

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Are you ready to take your first step into education and inspire future scientists?

ContactKPi Educationtoday or click‘Apply Now’to express your interest in thisGraduate Physics Teaching Assistantrole.

Join thisoutstanding Salford secondary schooland help students unlock their potential in Physics!

Graduate Physics Teaching Assistant – Salford Secondary School – Up to £520 per week

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