Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant – September Start

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable in-school experience? Do you have ambitions to become a teacher?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with primary and secondary schools across Wigan, offering exciting opportunities for graduates to work as teaching assistants. This role provides paid school-based experience, making it a fantastic route to kickstart your career in education.

Position Details:

• Start Date: September 2025
• Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Pay rate: Daily earnings starting at £90 per day
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Opportunities in both primary and secondary schools
• Supporting students across KS1-KS4
• Temporary – permanent opportunities available

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for working with young people
• Committed to working full-time as part of a team
• Degree-qualified graduate (any subject)
• Able to travel to schools across Wigan

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students in both 1:1 and group learning settings, helping them build confidence, improve attainment, and stay engaged in education. You will guide students through teacher-led activities, provide intervention support, and help create a positive learning environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience, whether you are considering teacher training, educational psychology, or other roles in the education sector.

Interested? Apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact zack.matthews@teachingpersonnel.com

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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