Graduate Train to Teach Opportunities

Smile Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking recent graduates for Graduate Train to Teach Roles in the Moston area of Manchester. This role involves delivering lessons, supervising students, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are passionate about education and possess strong communication skills. Opportunities for valuable classroom experience and support for your development are provided. Apply today if you want to gain experience in the education sector!

Benefits

Fantastic classroom experience

Competitive pay rates

Access to CPD and professional training opportunities

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English & Maths are required.
• An undergraduate degree is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Supervise students across a range of secondary subjects.
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management skills

Education

Undergraduate degree (2:2 or above)

GCSEs in English & Maths

Job description

Graduate Train to Teach Roles - M40

Location: Moston area

Start Date: January 2026

Are you a recent graduate with a desire to gain experience in the classroom and passionate about working with young people? If yes, then we have the perfect position for you!

Smile Education is looking for Cover Supervisors and graduate Teaching Assistants to support secondary schools in the Moston area! This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain experience in the education sector, whether you are a recent graduate or an aspiring teacher.

As a Cover Supervisor you will:

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the regular teacher
• Supervise students across a range of secondary subjects
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment
• Ensure safeguarding procedures are always followed
• Support student learning and classroom behaviour management

A typical day will include:

• Checking for any specific instructions or a schedule for the day and gathering necessary materials for lessons.
• Supervising classes, supporting students with their work or providing 1:1 support if necessary.
• Assisting with supervising students during break times or lunch, helping to maintain a positive and safe environment outside the classroom.
• Speaking with the regular teachers at the end of the day to give feedback on how the lessons went, including student progress and any issues that occurred.

To be successful you will have:

• An undergraduate degree is desirable but not essential (2:2 or above)
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English & Maths
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

Why join Smile:

• Fantastic and valuable classroom experience.
• Competitive and transparent pay rates.
• A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
• Access to CPD and professional training opportunities, ensuring you have the opportunity and resources to succeed in an education career.
• The chance to work with an award-winning education agency that values your development.

How to Apply

If this position sounds perfect for you, apply today via this website or [e-mail].

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS, barred list, and qualifications verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.