Graduate Teaching Assistants

Aspire People; Ringway; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS Update Service

References available

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People in Manchester is seeking Graduate Teaching Assistants to support pupils in local secondary schools. Roles include full-time, short-term and daily placements, giving graduates valuable classroom experience before teacher training.

Responsibilities include supporting students academically, 1:1 and in small groups, assisting with SEN, and helping sustain engagement. DBS Update Service and references required.

Qualifications

• Graduate with an education or related degree.
• Experience tutoring or working with children is desirable.
• DBS check may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically across the secondary curriculum.
• Support students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher with classroom activities.
• Help maintain student engagement and behaviour.
• Support pupils with SEN or learning needs.
• Collaborate with staff to create a positive learning environment.

Education

Education or related degree subjects

Core subjects English, Maths or Science

Psychology or Educational Psychology

SEN or related subjects

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistants - Manchester Secondary Schools

Location: Manchester

Job Type: Full-Time, Short-Term & Daily Roles

Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting a career in teaching?

Aspire People are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistants to work across secondary schools in Manchester. We have a range of full-time, short-term and daily opportunities available, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to build their experience within education.

These roles are particularly well suited to aspiring teachers who want to gain hands‑on classroom experience before applying for teacher training or progressing into a career in education.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Core subjects such as English, Maths or Science.
• Psychology or Educational Psychology.
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) or related subjects.
• Education or other relevant degree subjects.

Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential. This could include:

• Tutoring or private tuition.
• Volunteering with children or young people.
• School or university placement experience.
• Coaching or mentoring.
• Previous employment working with children or young people.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will gain valuable experience working within a secondary school environment while supporting students and classroom teachers.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting students academically across the curriculum.
• Working with students 1:1 and in small groups.
• Supporting students who may have SEN or additional learning needs.
• Assisting the class teacher with classroom activities and learning.
• Helping students remain engaged and focused during lessons.
• Providing additional support to students who require extra guidance.
• Building positive and professional relationships with students.
• Supporting the school in maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Following and reinforcing the school's behaviour policy and expectations.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other members of staff.

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Gain valuable classroom-based experience in secondary schools.
• Excellent experience for graduates considering a career in teaching, SEN, psychology or education.
• Flexible opportunities including daily, short-term and full-time positions.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of Manchester schools.
• Dedicated support from your Aspire People consultant.
• Develop experience supporting students with SEN.
• Build your CV and gain insight into life as a teacher.
• DBS registered on the Update Service
• References covering the last two years, including academic and employment history, will be required.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.