Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Year 2

Location: Gorton, Manchester
Start Date: October 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time (8:30am – 3:30pm), Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to support a high-performing primary school in Gorton. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a graduate who is considering a future in education and is looking to gain meaningful classroom experience in a nurturing and academically ambitious school environment.

The successful candidate will join a well-resourced Year 2 class, working closely with the class teacher to support the delivery of both core and foundation subjects. You will contribute to the academic, social, and emotional development of pupils, while gaining valuable insight into primary teaching practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-class support to pupils across a range of abilities
• Assist in the planning and delivery of lessons under the guidance of the class teacher
• Deliver small-group or 1:1 interventions to support pupil progress
• Support with classroom management and the creation of a positive learning environment
• Contribute to the wider school community and ethos

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• A university degree (or be working towards one), ideally in education or a related field
• Experience working with children (in a school, tutoring, volunteering, or similar setting)
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting young learners
• A Level 2 Safeguarding qualification (or willingness to complete training provided by Teaching Personnel)

What We Offer:

• A supportive and forward-thinking school environment
• Access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy with training tailored to aspiring teachers
• Weekly pay, paid directly through PAYE
• Personalised guidance from a dedicated consultant
• Use of myTP, an online portal for timesheets, payslips, and job updates
• Opportunities for career progression within education

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about education and keen to gain the experience required before applying for a PGCE, Schools Direct, or other teacher training routes.

To express your interest in this role, please submit your CV and a brief supporting statement. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews will be arranged upon receipt of suitable applications.

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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