Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in a Manchester secondary school. This position involves supporting students aged 11–16, running interventions, and building confidence. Candidates should hold a 2:1 or higher degree in a core subject and possess strong communication skills. The role offers up to £550 per week and aims to provide valuable experience ahead of teacher training.

Benefits

Excellent training and support from experienced teachers

Gain experience for PGCE or Schools Direct routes

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree or above, preferably in a core subject.
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
• Able to work flexibly with pupils of mixed ability.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons.
• Run small group interventions.
• Work 1:1 with students who need extra help.
• Help pupils build confidence and keep them engaged.

Skills

Confident communicator

Organisational skills

Ability to work with mixed ability pupils

Education

2:1 degree or above in a core subject

Job description

Overview

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Manchester Secondary School – Up to £550 per week – Full-Time

Do you hold a 2:1 or higher degree and want to gain meaningful experience in education?

Are you considering a future in teaching but want to test the waters first?

Would you like to make a difference to young people’s learning as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in a Manchester school?

A forward-thinking Manchester secondary school is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students aged 11–16 from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, support classroom learning, and build experience ahead of teacher training.

Role overview and responsibilities are focused on supporting pupils in lessons, running small group interventions, and 1:1 work with students who need extra help. The role involves helping pupils build confidence, keeping them engaged in class, and adapting learning materials to ensure access for all. This position is well suited to graduates in core subjects such as Maths, English, Science, or Humanities who want to inspire the next generation.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons
• Run small group interventions
• Work 1:1 with students who need extra help
• Help pupils build confidence, keep them engaged in class, and adapt learning materials for access

What’s on Offer

• Long-term, full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant role
• Earn up to £550 per week
• Excellent training and support from experienced teachers
• Gain experience for PGCE or Schools Direct routes
• Start September 2025 with the possibility of progression

Ideal Candidate

• 2:1 degree or above, preferably in a core subject
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
• Able to work flexibly with pupils of mixed ability
• Prior tutoring or youth work experience is beneficial but not essential
• Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Manchester offers the chance to gain valuable classroom experience while shaping your future career in education.

Apply today to start your journey as a Graduate Teaching Assistant this September.

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Manchester Secondary School – Up to £550 per week

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