Mandarin Speaking Teaching Assistant

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Mandarin Teaching Assistant to support the delivery of Mandarin Chinese at GCSE and A Level. The role involves working closely with subject teachers to support students’ language development, exam preparation, and confidence in spoken and written Mandarin.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Mandarin teachers in delivering GCSE and A Level lessons

• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce language skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing)

• Support students with exam preparation, including speaking assessments and written work

• Assist with pronunciation, tone accuracy, grammar, and character recognition/writing

• Help prepare and adapt teaching materials and resources

• Provide conversational practice and targeted language support

• Support classroom organisation and student engagement

• Assist with assessment preparation and revision sessions

• Promote high standards of learning and positive student behaviour

Essential Requirements

• Native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese

• Strong proficiency in English

• Experience working with secondary-age students (preferred)

• Strong communication skills and a supportive, encouraging approach

• Desirable Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree in Mandarin, Chinese studies, linguistics, or a related field

  • Experience in a school or educational setting

  • Familiarity with UK exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, etc.)

  • Experience supporting speaking exams or oral assessments

  What We Offer

  • A supportive languages department and collaborative team

  • Opportunities to gain experience in secondary education

  • Professional development and training opportunities

  • Competitive salary based on experience

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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