Job Title: University Graduate Secondary School Teaching Assistant
Location: Secondary Schools across South Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Full Academic Year)
Working Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (08:30am - 3:30pm)
Pay: Starting from £13.75 per hour

Are you a recent university graduate with a passion for education and experience supporting young people?
We are recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistants to work across Secondary Schools in South Manchester in subject areas including Maths, English, and Science.

These full-time roles are ideal for graduates looking to gain hands-on classroom experience and make a real impact on students' learning and development. The positions will begin in September 2025 and run for the full academic year.

Key Responsibilities:

Support teaching and learning in core subjects (Maths, English, Science) across KS3 and KS4

Provide 1:1 and small group support to students of varying abilities

Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and focused classroom environment

Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff to deliver effective support

Assist students with additional learning needs as required

Requirements:

A recent university degree (any subject considered; subject-specific roles will match your area of expertise)

A minimum of 6 months' experience supporting young people in an educational setting - this can be paid or voluntary (e.g., schools, tutoring, mentoring, youth programmes, etc.)

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

A genuine interest in working with young people and helping them succeed

Reliability, adaptability, and a proactive approach to supporting teaching staff

What We Offer:

Full-time, fixed-term contracts from September 2025 to July 2026

Competitive hourly pay starting at £13.75

Experience in a variety of welcoming and forward-thinking secondary schools

Ongoing support and professional development

A valuable stepping stone into teaching or other educational roles

Take the next step towards a rewarding career in education.
Apply today to secure your role for September 2025.

We welcome applications from graduates of all subjects and are particularly keen to hear from those with a background in Maths, English, or Science.

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.

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