Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Role in Chorlton-cum-Hardy

Are you a recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in education? Teaching Personnel is offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in Chorlton-cum-Hardy, rated 'Good' by Ofsted. This full-time role begins in October and runs until the end of the academic year, with the potential for the position to become permanent based on performance.

Position Details:

• Role: Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Location: Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester
• Start Date: October
• Duration: Full-time, until the end of the academic year (potential to become permanent)
• Pay: £419.25 - £500 per week, depending on experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students and teaching staff across a range of subjects, playing an essential role in helping students achieve their academic potential. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting teachers in lesson planning, preparation, and delivery
• Working closely with students who need additional support, either one-on-one or in small groups, to help them overcome barriers to learning
• Supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or those requiring extra academic guidance
• Helping to manage classroom behaviour and contributing to a positive and productive learning environment
• Assisting with marking and providing feedback to students under the supervision of teaching staff
• Supporting extra-curricular activities, including after-school clubs, homework sessions, or school trips
• Encouraging students' engagement with their studies and acting as a role model within the school

What We're Looking For:

• A recent graduate with a degree in any subject (e.g., English, Maths, Humanities, Science, Social Sciences)
• A passion for education and supporting young people in their learning
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate secondary school students
• A proactive, positive, and patient approach to helping students of varying abilities
• Previous experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting, is desirable but not essential

Why This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are considering a career in teaching or education. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will gain invaluable experience working within a school environment, developing essential classroom management skills and contributing to students' academic progress. This role provides a great foundation for future career opportunities in education or related fields.

Benefits of the Role:

• Full-time experience in a supportive secondary school environment
• Weekly pay between £419.25 and £500, depending on qualifications and experience
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced educators and gain insight into teaching strategies and school operations
• The chance to make a real impact on students' learning and development
• Potential for the role to become permanent, based on your performance

How to Apply:

If you're a recent graduate with a passion for education and are looking for a rewarding role that will help you develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply through Teaching Personnel by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

Join a dedicated team and make a positive difference to students' learning experience. Apply today!

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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.
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