Science Graduate
- Teaching Assistant
- Wigan
- Full Time
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Science Graduate Teaching Assistant – Wigan
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Biology, Chemistry or Physics?
Considering a future in teaching and keen to gain classroom experience in a secondary school setting?
We are working in partnership with a Wigan-based secondary school to appoint a Science Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to gain paid experience in education while developing your skills and confidence in a supportive environment.
Role Overview:
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Science Graduate Teaching Assistant – Biology, Chemistry or Physics specialism
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Full-time position starting September 2025
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Earn £1790–£1900 per month, dependent on hours and responsibilities
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Access to ongoing CPD and training provided by both the school and Teaching Personnel
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Ideal experience for anyone considering a future PGCE or teacher training route
The school are looking to appoint a graduate who can:
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Support teachers across the Science department, assisting with lesson preparation, demonstrations and classroom management
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Provide 1:1 or small group intervention to help students prepare for GCSEs
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Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the teacher (cover supervision)
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Help maintain a positive and engaging learning environment across Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons
About the School:
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A large, inclusive secondary school in Wigan with over 1200 pupils on roll
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Known for strong academic performance in Science and excellent facilities
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Located between Wigan and Chorley, easily accessible from the M6 and A577
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Onsite parking available for staff, with good public transport links across Wigan, Leigh and surrounding areas
Whether you're planning to pursue a career in teaching, educational psychology, or just want to explore working in education, this is the perfect way to get started while making a difference.
To apply for this Science Graduate Teaching Assistant role or to find out more, please send your CV or contact the Wigan and Warrington Secondary Branch on 01942 355059.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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