Graduate Teaching Assistant

2 weeks ago


Wigan, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Exciting Opportunity for Graduate Teaching Assistants in Wigan

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and a desire to gain hands-on experience in schools? We are looking for enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools across Wigan. This role is perfect for aspiring teachers or education professionals looking to make a real impact while developing invaluable skills.

Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Various primary and secondary schools across Wigan

Salary: Competitive, with opportunities for professional growth

Role Overview:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers, providing essential support to help students achieve their potential. This is an exciting chance to gain classroom experience, build relationships with students and staff, and make a meaningful difference in young learners' lives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support teaching and learning in the classroom, working with individual students or small groups.
  • Assist with lesson preparation, classroom management, and resource creation.
  • Provide one-on-one or group support to students with specific learning needs.
  • Promote a positive, inclusive classroom environment, encouraging student participation and confidence.
  • Collaborate with teachers and school staff to support students’ academic and personal growth.
About You:
  • Recent graduate with a genuine interest in education (all degree backgrounds considered).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient, positive approach.
  • Ability to build rapport with students and inspire their confidence.
  • Organised, reliable, and adaptable to work in diverse educational settings.
  • Experience working with young people (volunteering, mentoring, etc.) is a plus.
Why Join Us?
  • Gain hands-on experience in primary and secondary schools.
  • Be part of a supportive school network that values your contribution.
  • Opportunities for training, career development, and potential teacher training pathways.

How to Apply: Send your CV via the links provided.

Start your rewarding journey in education with us Apply today to become a Graduate Teaching Assistant and inspire the next generation across Wigan.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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