Graduate Teaching Assistant

Astro Education; Salford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Education recruitment team support

School-based experience

Long-term relationships with schools

Job summary

Astro Education are partnering with a welcoming school in Salford to recruit a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term role starting immediately. You will support teachers, work 1:1 and in small groups, and help pupils with reading, writing and maths while developing classroom confidence and positive learning behaviours.

This is an ideal stepping stone for graduates aiming to start a career in education, offering weekly pay, ongoing guidance from an experienced recruitment team,

Qualifications

• A graduate or degree-educated candidate passionate about education and working with young people.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, patient and approachable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised, adaptable, proactive and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons.
• Working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Supporting pupils with their academic progress and development.
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Supporting pupils who may require additional help with their learning.
• Supporting reading, writing, maths and other curriculum activities.
• Helping prepare and organise classroom resources.
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom management.
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils.
• Encouraging pupils to engage positively with their learning.
• Monitoring pupil engagement and providing feedback to teachers.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, Teaching Assistants and the wider school team.

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Salford

Start: Immediately / Ongoing

£90 – £120 per day, depending on experience

Full-Time | Term Time Only

Monday – Friday | School Hours

About the Opportunity

Astro Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive school in aSalford, who are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to start a career in education and gain valuable, hands‑on experience working within a school environment.

Whether you're considering a future career as a teacher, educational psychologist, pastoral professional, SEN specialist or another role within education, this position provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, build your experience and make a genuine difference to pupils.

You will work closely with experienced teachers and the wider school team, gaining an insight into day-to-day life in education while supporting pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons
• Working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Supporting pupils with their academic progress and development
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
• Supporting pupils who may require additional help with their learning
• Supporting reading, writing, maths and other curriculum activities
• Helping prepare and organise classroom resources
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom management
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils
• Encouraging pupils to engage positively with their learning
• Monitoring pupil engagement and providing feedback to teachers
• Working collaboratively with teachers, Teaching Assistants and the wider school team
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment

What We’re Looking For

• A graduate or degree-educated candidate passionate about education and working with young people.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, patient and approachable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised, adaptable, proactive and willing to learn.
• Previous school experience is desirable but not essential.

Previous school experience is desirable but not essential. We are particularly interested in graduates who can demonstrate relevant transferable skills through university, employment, volunteering, coaching, mentoring, tutoring or working with young people.

Why This Role Is Ideal for GraduatesThis opportunity provides the chance to build the foundations of a successful career in education while gaining valuable experience inside a school.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands‑on experience working within a school
• Work alongside experienced teachers and education professionals
• Develop your classroom management and communication skills
• Build experience supporting pupils with different needs
• Gain a greater understanding of teaching and learning
• Explore whether teaching or another education career is right for you

About Astro Education

At Astro Education, our mission is to connect great schools with great people.

We believe in ethical recruitment, transparency and long-term relationships with schools and educators.

We work closely with schools across Manchester, Salford and the surrounding areas to ensure the right people are placed in the right environments where they can thrive.

We take the time to understand what our candidates are looking for and aim to provide opportunities that match their experience, career goals and ambitions.

Whether you’re an experienced education professional or a graduate taking your first step into education, our experienced team is here to support you throughout your journey.

What You’ll Get With Astro Education

• £90–£120 per day, depending on experience, with weekly pay
• Support from an experienced education recruitment team
• Valuable school-based experience with opportunities to develop your education career
• The opportunity to build long-term relationships with schools and education professionals