Job Description
Kickstart Your Career in Education – Graduate Opportunities Available
Location: Roles in Bolton/WiganRoles: Cover Supervisors | Teaching Assistants | Future TeachersSalary: Competitive daily rates with clear progression opportunities
Are you a recent graduate looking to make a real difference? Are you considering a career in teaching or education?
We are recruiting on behalf of highly regarded secondary schools and specialist provisions across Greater Manchester, including schools within established multi-academy trusts. These opportunities provide an excellent pathway into education, offering hands-on classroom experience, professional development, and clear routes into teacher training.
Whether you're exploring education for the first time or already have experience working with young people, these roles offer the perfect foundation to build a rewarding career.
Available Roles
Cover Supervisors
As a Cover Supervisor, you will take the lead in the classroom, delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supervising lessons across a range of subjects using pre-set materials
* Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
* Keeping students engaged, focused, and on task
* Providing clear feedback to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour
* Supporting the wider school community and maintaining a positive learning environment
This role provides valuable experience in classroom management and is ideal for graduates considering teaching.
Teaching Assistants (SEN, SEMH & Alternative Provision)
You will work in specialist settings supporting students with additional needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), SEN, ASD, ADHD, and behavioural challenges.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
* Supporting students with additional learning or behavioural needs
* Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
* Implementing behaviour support strategies and individual learning plans
* Helping students build confidence, independence, and emotional regulation
* Monitoring progress and feeding back to staff
* Creating a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment
These roles are highly rewarding and ideal for graduates interested in psychology, education, or youth support careers.
Future Teachers – (School-Based Teacher Training)
This structured pathway is designed for graduates who want to become qualified teachers.
Year 1 – Cover Supervisor:
* Deliver lessons and gain classroom experience
* Support departments with interventions and school activities
* Build confidence in behaviour management and lesson delivery
* Receive mentoring and ongoing professional development
Year 2 – Teacher Training:
* Train in your chosen subject area
* Teach a reduced timetable while developing your skills
* Receive mentoring, observations, and structured feedback
* Work towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and potentially a PGCE
This is a fully supported, school-based route into teaching with no tuition costs.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from:
* Recent graduates (all degree subjects considered)
* Aspiring teachers and PGCE applicants
* Early Career Teachers (ECTs) seeking additional experience
* Individuals with experience in youth work, coaching, tutoring, or mentoring
Key requirements:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Confidence working with young people
* A proactive, positive, and resilient attitude
* Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential
* A strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
What We Offer
* Flexible work to suit your availability
* Long-term and full-time opportunities across Bolton, Wigan and Warrington
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
* Access to training, CPD, and career progression opportunities
* Experience across mainstream and specialist education settings
* Clear pathways into teacher training and permanent roles
Apply Today
If you're ready to begin a rewarding career in education and gain invaluable experience in a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact us to discuss the best pathway for you.
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.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.