Secondary Teaching Assistant

Are you a passionate, dynamic individual who loves English and the process of learning?

Become a vital part of our growing secondary team at Byron, where we strive to empower our students to develop into confident, responsible, lifelong learners equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the world.

Key Responsibilities:

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Assist in delivering exceptional teaching and learning experiences in English Language and Literature.

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Collaborate closely with the classroom teacher to support the progress of students, including both individuals and small groups.

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Provide tailored assistance for students, particularly those with English as an Additional Language (EAL).

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Aid in enhancing students’ reading, writing, and communication abilities.

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Foster a constructive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.

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Help prepare teaching materials and organize the classroom effectively.

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Contribute to the broader school community, engaging in enrichment activities when suitable.

Successful candidates must possess:

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A degree in English or a related discipline.

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Excellent spoken and written English skills.

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A true enthusiasm for English and a desire to support young learners.

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A flexible, proactive attitude and a positive mindset towards work.

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Strong teamwork and communication abilities.

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A belief in the potential of all students to achieve high standards, along with the motivation to help them do so.

Desirable attributes include:

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Experience working with students who have English as an Additional Language.

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Experience in incorporating technology into educational practices.

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Background in an international school environment.

As a teacher at Byron College, you will:

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Encourage a passion for learning through engaging and inspiring teaching.

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Bring a sense of humor and a collaborative spirit to the team.

The school provides a competitive salary, continuous professional development opportunities, and a nurturing work environment. If you are dedicated to education and eager to positively influence our students' lives, we would be delighted to hear from you.

In your supporting statement, please address the following three questions:

Why Greece?

Why Byron College?

What unique contributions will you make to our school?

Application Process and Instructions:

In accordance with our 'Safer Recruitment Policy,' applications must be submitted through the TES portal in English. You may attach a CV in addition to your application form, but this cannot replace the completed application form. Incomplete applications will be rejected. All job offers are conditional upon satisfactory verification of independent references and completion of the necessary criminal record checks.

Please provide the names and emails of three referees, including your current Headteacher or Principal. References will be requested for all shortlisted candidates, so please indicate if you prefer not to have your current employer contacted at this time.

• The application deadline is Friday, April 24, 2026.

The school reserves the right to hire before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. Interviews may be conducted online or in person at the school as needed.

Important Information:

Greek Applicants - You must hold a relevant degree and have completed the registry of teachers for private schools (Epetirida), or have the qualifications to do so. Please note that international qualifications are not recognized in Greece as qualified teacher status for Greek candidates.

International Applicants - You must possess a relevant degree from your passport country, along with an appropriate teaching qualification from that country. UK applicants must have QTS and a Teacher Reference Number from the Department for Education. Please be aware that the iPGCE is not recognized in Greece, and Language Qualifications such as TESOL and DELTA are not accepted.

Safer Recruitment Check – We will contact all previous employers of the successful candidate to confirm that there are no safeguarding issues or convictions involving children. All employees must present their original birth certificate as part of our safer recruitment policy.

Byron College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and applicants must be prepared to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office. We are an independent international school following the English National Curriculum, situated in Athens, Greece, operating under the Department of Education License No. Z2/442/1986. The school is BSO inspected and registered with the Department for Education (DfE reference number 6337) in the United Kingdom.