Graduate Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £480 to £550 per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 August 2025 |
| Location: | M4 7AU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | AZgradTAmcr16/07-30266 |
Summary
Graduate Teaching Assistant – Manchester – Up to £550 per week – Full-Time
Are you a recent graduate considering a career in education?
Do you want to gain valuable school-based experience before applying for teacher training?
A supportive and ambitious secondary school in Manchester is now recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team for the full academic year starting September 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to build classroom confidence, support pupils academically, and make a real difference in a secondary school setting.
What’s on offer:
• Full-time, long-term Graduate Teaching Assistant role (Monday–Friday)
• Competitive weekly pay – up to £550 per week
• Work closely with pupils aged 11–16 across a range of subjects
• Gain hands-on experience supporting teachers and delivering small-group interventions
• Excellent in-school training and mentoring from experienced staff
• Pathway to salaried teacher training or PGCE opportunities from 2026
Responsibilities:
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons. You will:
• Provide 1:1 and small group academic support to students
• Assist in managing classroom behaviour and engagement
• Adapt resources for pupils with SEND or lower prior attainment
• Build strong, positive relationships with staff and students
• Help track pupil progress and raise attainment
This Graduate Teaching Assistant role is perfect for graduates who want to explore teaching, educational psychology, or youth support careers. You’ll be joining a welcoming Manchester school known for its inclusive ethos and commitment to student progress.
Who should apply?
We’re looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant who:
• Has a 2:1 degree or higher (any subject considered)
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is enthusiastic, resilient, and passionate about helping young people succeed
• Is based in the UK and has the right to work full-time (no sponsorship available)
Previous experience as a tutor, mentor, or camp leader is helpful but not essential — full training will be provided.
Apply Now:
Ready to take the first step into teaching?
Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV and join this Manchester school as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in September.
Don't miss this opportunity to become a high-impact Graduate Teaching Assistant and kickstart your future in education.
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