Graduate Learning Support

Graduate Learning Support Assistant (Cover Supervisor)

Location: Farnworth, Bolton (BL4) | Pay: £100 to £110 per day | Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, school hours | Start: As soon as possible

Put your degree to work in a real classroom

Finished university and want a job that has a purpose? We’re looking for a Graduate Learning Support Assistant to join a busy, community-focused secondary school in Farnworth.

This is a varied role. You’ll support students who need extra help to learn, and you’ll also step in as a cover supervisor, leading lessons when teachers are away. It’s hands-on, rewarding work, and brilliant experience if teaching or education is on your radar.

What the role involves

• Supervising classes and delivering lessons set by the absent teacher
• Keeping students focused, settled and making good progress
• Offering extra support to individuals and small groups who need it
• Helping students with additional needs to access their learning
• Encouraging good attitudes to learning and positive behaviour
• Building warm, respectful relationships with students and staff
• Playing your part in the wider life of the school

What we’re looking for

A degree in any subject will do. We care most about your attitude, your communication and your commitment to helping young people thrive.

Essential

• A degree, or a final-year student about to graduate
• GCSE English and maths at grade 4/C or above
• Confidence, composure and a positive presence in front of a class
• Reliability and a willingness to learn quickly
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• The right to work in the UK

Helpful, but not essential

• Experience supporting young people, through work, volunteering, tutoring or sport
• Knowledge of additional needs such as autism, ADHD or dyslexia
• A subject strength that links to secondary school teaching
• An ambition to train as a teacher in the future

What you’ll get from us

• A consultant who knows local schools and will support you from the first call
• Weekly pay
• Free training to help you feel prepared for the classroom
• Practical experience that strengthens PGCE and teacher training applications
• The chance to move into longer-term or permanent work
• A reward if you recommend a friend

How to apply

Send your CV to anthony.bamford@teachingpersonnel.com or use the link on this advert.

Closing date: Ongoing. The school wants someone in place soon, so we’d recommend applying early.

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