Graduates required

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Lancashire. This role supports class teachers in daily activities and helps create a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates are recent graduates who are passionate about education, adaptable, and enthusiastic. Benefits include a contract until year-end with the option for permanency and access to a variety of primary schools. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience for a future career in teaching.

Benefits

Contract until the end of the academic year

Access to CPD opportunities

Weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Must be a recent graduate, any degree acceptable.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in education.
• Must be patient and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with classroom activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Gain hands-on experience across various year groups.

Skills

Passionate about working with children

Confident communication

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Education

Recent graduate (any degree discipline)

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent graduate looking for your next step? Have you considered a career in education? Would you like to gain invaluable classroom experience to support a future PGCE or teacher training application?

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our partner primary schools in Bury for a range of Graduate Teaching Assistant roles, spanning Early Years through to Upper Key Stage 2.

The Role

• Supporting class teachers with day‑to‑day classroom activities
• Working with individuals and small groups to support learning and development
• Helping to create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Gaining hands‑on experience across different year groups
• Developing key skills and knowledge to prepare you for a future career in teaching

Ideal Candidate

• A recent graduate (any degree discipline considered)
• Passionate about working with children and education
• Considering a future PGCE or teacher training pathway
• Patient, enthusiastic, and adaptable
• Confident communicating with children and staff
• Able to commit for the duration of the academic year

Benefits

• Contract until the end of the academic year, with the option to become a permanent member of staff from September
• Access to a wide range of partner primary schools to find the perfect fit for you
• PAYE pay – no umbrella or hidden agency fees
• Weekly payroll
• Access to a wide range of CPD opportunities through our partnership with the National College

If you are interested in starting a rewarding career in education, apply today with an up‑to‑date CV. A consultant will be in touch within 2 working days.