General Cover Teaching Assistant

Graduate teaching assistant

• Full time support role within a well established secondary school
• Supporting the learning of pupils preparing for examinations as well covering lessons in the absence of teachers
• Ideal opportunity for any aspiring secondary teachers

Our client secondary school in Bolton wish to appoint a graduate teaching assistant to provide additional support within their school through to the end of the academic year (July 2017).

*Covering pre-set lessons in the absence of teachers

*Ensure pupils complete the provided work and that they stay on task in lesson

*Covering a range of subject areas

This excellent school located in Farnworth wish to appoint graduate teaching assistant who can provide additional support to pupils who are preparing for examinations as well as occasionally cover full class lessons within your subject specialism department. This is the ideal opportunity to gain the necessary experience required to prepare you for teacher training in the future.

As a graduate teaching assistant you will be required to manage pupil behaviour, present pre-set work by the school and ensure pupils stay on task in the absence of their classroom teacher. This is the perfect opportunity for those considering applying to teacher training courses (PGCE, Schools direct and Teach First) to further your experience working within secondary schools.

Graduates interested in this teaching assistant opportunity are required to;

*Hold a degree and a strong academic background (All subject specialisms considered)

*Have previous experience supporting the learning of pupils aged 11-16

*Be passionate about pursuing a career in secondary education

*Be comfortable managing behaviour and assisting pupils learning

Located in Worsley, the school in just a short drive from the M60 making the surrounding areas; Bolton, Wigan, Salford, Bury and Manchester easily commutable. The school expect a large demand for cover after the half term period, therefore all interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately to ensure you do not miss out on this excellent opportunity.

Please send an updated CV to matthew.mccabe@teachingpersonnel.com or contact the Manchester Secondary Branch on 0161 242 1797.