Teaching Assistant

Job description

Are you a recent graduate looking to start a career in the education sector? Do you like the idea of working in a Secondary school and want some further experience?

Our client secondary school in the central Manchester area is seeking to appoint a motivated and confident graduate to work in the classroom with students in a mainstream setting aged 11 - 16. There is an open vacancy within the school's SEND department where they require a graduate to work and support the new cohort of year 7s coming into the school.

This role is ideal for a graduate who is considering undertaking a PGCE in the future or for graduates who want more experience within a school setting. The successful graduate will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience working with committed professionals and with students in a classroom setting as well as on a 1:1 basis.

Highlights of the position:

• Pay between £50 - £70 per day, depending on previous experience
• Ideal experience to support a PGCE application
• Full time temporary positions available as well as part time positions
• Easily Accessible via public transportation links or local roads
• Graduates of any background are welcome to apply - including Psychology, Maths, English, Science or any other subject

The entire teaching team and senior leadership is highly supportive and regularly supports graduates looking for a future role as a teacher. The support on offer is second to none and the successful graduate will be assisted throughout their time at the school and will gain invaluable experience working with young adults, shaping their futures.

As the successful graduate, you will be working in a support capacity, working with pupils in a full class setting as well as on a 1:1 basis or in small group settings. This could be in the form of intervention or providing support to students who require it the most. This role will allow the successful candidate to gain the necessary experience to support a future PGCE application or allow them to be involved and gain understanding of the education sector.

School location:

• Central Manchester based secondary school
• Regular buses travel to school
• Local Metrolink goes nearby this school - 2 minute walk

If you are a graduate of a specific subject, and have the desire to work in the education sector, then apply now or contact Shiv at Manchester South Secondary for further information on how this school can support your specific interests.