Trainee Teaching Assistant

Graduate Cover Supervisor & Teaching Assistant – Outstanding WN5 School

Looking to gain valuable school experience and develop a career in education?

We are recruiting graduates to work within an Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in WN5 as Teaching Assistants, with the chance to progress into a Cover Supervisor role delivering lessons and managing classrooms independently.

Your Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Help maintain a positive learning environment
• Deliver pre-set lessons during teacher absences as a Cover Supervisor
• Encourage student engagement and confidence

What’s on Offer?

✅ Clear progression into higher-paid Cover Supervisor work

✅ Fantastic route into teaching, education or pastoral careers

✅ Experience within an Ofsted Outstanding school

✅ Ongoing guidance and training from experienced staff

✅ Flexible work patterns available

✅ Great opportunity for graduates and experienced TAs alike

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Hold a degree
• Are enthusiastic and professional
• Have an interest in teaching or youth work
• Can communicate confidently with young people
• Are keen to gain long-term classroom experience

Whether you’re considering teacher training or simply want to make a difference in schools, this role offers excellent hands-on experience and career development.

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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