Graduate Teaching Assistant – Wigan | Gain School Experience Before Teacher Training

Multiple secondary schools across Wigan have asked us to recruit enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants and future Cover Supervisors to support their students from September. If you're considering a career in teaching, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, receive ongoing training, and build the confidence and skills needed before starting teacher training.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers to support students in lessons, provide one-to-one and small group interventions, and help create a positive learning environment. Full training is provided, so previous school experience isn't essential.

As you gain confidence and experience, you'll also have the opportunity to work as a Cover Supervisor, delivering pre-planned lessons in the teacher's absence. This comes with increased responsibility and the opportunity to earn a higher daily rate.

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing support from experienced education consultants.
• Excellent classroom experience to strengthen future teacher training applications.
• Opportunities to progress into Cover Supervisor work and increase your earnings.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities across a range of secondary schools.
• Paid trial days available.
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities.

We're Looking For

• Graduates in any subject area.
• Individuals considering a career in teaching or education.
• Confident communicators with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential.
• Experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential.

Whether you're planning to apply for teacher training next year or want to explore a career in education first, this is an ideal opportunity to gain meaningful school-based experience while being supported every step of the way.

Apply today to begin your journey into teaching with opportunities available across Wigan.

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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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