Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant – Secondary School (Stockport)
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Ideal for Future Educators

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Considering a future career in education, special needs support, or pastoral care?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Stockport as a Trainee Teaching Assistant from September 2025.

This role offers hands-on experience in the classroom and is ideal for graduates or aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, or youth workers who want to build valuable school-based experience.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging lessons across a variety of subjects

• Working 1:1 or with small groups of students who need extra support

• Assisting in the preparation of classroom materials and displays

• Monitoring student progress and behaviour to help create a safe, supportive learning environment

• Building strong relationships with students, staff, and families

• Taking part in regular training, mentoring, and development sessions

What We’re Looking For:

• An energetic, empathetic, and proactive individual who’s passionate about helping young people achieve their potential

• A confident communicator who works well within a team

• Someone who’s reliable, punctual, and open to learning and feedback

Desirable (but not essential):

• Previous experience working or volunteering with children or young people

• An interest in a long-term career in education, SEND, or youth work

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

What You’ll Gain:

• Real classroom experience with ongoing guidance and feedback

• Access to CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and shadowing opportunities

• Clear progression routes into teacher training or permanent support roles

About the School:

Located in Stockport, this welcoming and diverse secondary school is committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student can thrive. The school prides itself on teamwork, community values, and high expectations for all learners.

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Competitive daily pay (£89–£100 per day)

• Flexible working opportunities

• Structured development throughout the academic year

• Dedicated consultant support

• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV along with a short personal statement explaining your interest in the role and what you hope to gain.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable 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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