Graduate Teacher Assistants

Location: Wimborne Minster

HMC Co-educational Boarding and Day •

663 pupils aged from 13-18 • Sixth Form 281

Canford has one of the most beautiful settings of any school in the country and is a very enjoyable and exciting atmosphere in which to work.

Graduate Teacher Assistants

English / Mathematics / Humanities

Canford School seeks to appoint enthusiastic, intellectually curious and committed graduates to join our English, Mathematics and Humanities Departments from September 2026. These posts are ideal for those considering a future in teaching or looking for a rewarding year immersed in the life of a leading co-educational boarding school.

Set in one of the most beautiful school campuses in the country, Canford is a thriving HMC boarding and day school of around 650 pupils aged 13-18. Our pupils are engaged, positive and ambitious, and our staff community is warm, collaborative and forward-thinking. Graduate Teachers play a full part in school life while benefiting from a significantly reduced timetable, structured mentoring and internal teacher training.

Successful candidates will:

• Teach a reduced timetable within a lively and supportive department
• Receive internal training, mentoring and regular professional development
• Contribute to the pastoral life of the school, including tutoring and evening duties
• Support the co-curricular programme (sport, activities, societies, trips, music, drama)
• Embrace the opportunities and demands of a busy boarding environment
• Assist with lesson cover outside their department

These roles may suit current final-year students or recent graduates in a relevant academic discipline. No teaching qualification is required; enthusiasm, adaptability, reliability and a willingness to get involved are essential.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Canford School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Please apply as soon as possible - applications will be considered as they are received

Canford School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening.