Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant – Stockport, Levenshulme & Chorlton
Starting September 2025

Are you passionate about supporting young people and considering a career in education? We have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join secondary schools in Stockport, Levenshulme, and Chorlton as Trainee Teaching Assistants from September 2025.

This role is perfect if you want hands-on experience in a school environment and are interested in developing a career in teaching, SEND support, pastoral care, or educational psychology.

What you’ll do as a Trainee Teaching Assistant:

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons across a variety of subjects

• Support individual pupils or small groups, especially those needing extra help

• Help prepare classroom resources and displays

• Monitor student progress and behaviour, ensuring a safe, positive learning space

• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents

• Receive ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development throughout the year

This position offers a comprehensive introduction to the education sector with regular feedback, CPD sessions, and opportunities to shadow experienced staff.

Who we’re looking for:

• Energetic, empathetic, and passionate about helping young people succeed

• Excellent communicator and team player

• Reliable, punctual, organised, and proactive

• Eager to learn and embrace new challenges with a positive attitude

Desirable (not essential):

• Previous experience working or volunteering with children or young people

• Interest in pursuing a career in education or youth work

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

About Our Schools:

The schools you’ll join serve vibrant and diverse communities in Stockport, Levenshulme, and Chorlton. Each is committed to fostering an inclusive, nurturing environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential—both academically and personally.

You’ll be part of a passionate, collaborative team that believes in giving every child the chance to thrive.

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Flexible working options

• Competitive pay

• Structured training and development throughout the school year

• Dedicated consultant support

• Clear pathways to teacher training or permanent Teaching Assistant roles

• Access to staff wellbeing programmes and facilities

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV along with a brief personal statement explaining why you’re interested in this role and what you hope to achieve.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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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