Graduate Teacher Internship – September 2025 Start – Full-Time – Greater Manchester
Are you a final-year student or recent graduate considering a career in secondary teaching?
If you're passionate about education but want to gain hands-on school experience before committing to a teacher training course, our Graduate Teacher Internship Programme could be the perfect pathway to begin your teaching journey.
Through this programme, you’ll work full-time as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in a supportive secondary school from September 2025 to July 2026, ahead of progressing onto a teacher training course with QTS at an Outstanding ITT provider in Greater Manchester.
Learn more about the Future Teachers Programme
What is the Graduate Teacher Internship Programme?
The Future Teachers Programme is a structured and paid internship designed to tackle the national teacher shortage by giving graduates the opportunity to experience life in the classroom before undertaking formal teacher training. It is a fully immersive introduction to teaching, tailored for those who are motivated to pursue the profession.
Who can apply?
We welcome applications from:
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Final-year university students or recent graduates
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Individuals passionate about becoming secondary school teachers
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Graduates from all disciplines – with particular demand for English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Languages (MFL), and PE
To be considered, you must be available to work full-time (Monday to Friday, 8:15am–3:00pm) from September 2025 to July 2026.
What will you be doing?
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
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Support students in your subject specialism
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Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging lessons
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Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to boost progress
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Gain experience with behaviour management and SEND support
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Build valuable classroom confidence and teaching skills
You’ll be fully integrated into school life, receiving ongoing support and mentoring from experienced educators.
Key Benefits:
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Paid internship – up to £1,300 per month
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Real classroom experience in a high-performing school
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Pathway to teacher training (QTS) from September 2026
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Gain invaluable insight into teaching as a profession
Locations:
Positions are available across Greater Manchester, including Stockport, South Manchester, Tameside, and Salford.
How to Apply:
Interviews and placements will be arranged throughout the summer term (April – July 2025).
To be considered, please send your CV via the link below or contact our Manchester Secondary Branch for more information.
Take the first step toward your teaching career — apply now and become a Future Teacher in September 2025!
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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