Graduate Teaching Assistant

Prospero Group; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support in a secondary school in Manchester. This role offers hands-on classroom experience and the chance to help students improve their engagement and attainment. Ideal for graduates aiming for a career in education, the position is full-time and may lead to a permanent role.

Benefits

Free accredited CPD

Access to in-house training and development

Ongoing support throughout placement

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is preferred.
• Willingness to complete up-to-date safeguarding training.
• Interest in pursuing a career in education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across various subjects to raise attainment.
• Assist in small group interventions and 1:1 support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Motivated attitude

Education

Recent graduate with a 2:2 degree or above

Job description

Overview

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Start ASAP

Location: Manchester

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-time, Temporary (with potential to extend or go permanent)

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Prospero Teaching is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to work in a large, inclusive secondary school from September 2025. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate looking to gain first-hand classroom experience, develop essential skills, and explore a career in teaching.

What’s in it for you?

• A full academic year of paid school experience
• Opportunity to support students 1:1 and in small groups
• Valuable insight into teaching before committing to a PGCE or teacher training
• Ongoing support from experienced staff and access to free CPD
• Potential for the role to be extended or made permanent

About the role

You will be supporting pupils across a range of subjects, helping to raise attainment and engagement. You don’t need a specific subject specialism – just a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to get involved. The school particularly welcomes graduates with aspirations to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the future.

Key Details

• Role: Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Until July 2026 (with potential to extend)
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Setting: Mainstream secondary school
• Focus: Classroom support, 1:1 and small group interventions

What we’re looking for

• A recent graduate with a 2:2 degree or above
• Some experience working with children or young people (in schools, tutoring, youth work or similar)
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in education
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (or willingness to complete this)

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS certificate (registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply)
• Two professional, child-related references

Interested? If you’re ready to take the first step into a rewarding career in education, apply now with your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Why work with Prospero Teaching?

• Free accredited CPD including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Access to our in-house Training and Development Team
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Prospero Teaching acts as an education recruitment agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people