Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools Location: Salford, Bolton, Bury, and Wigan Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only We are currently recruiting for motivated and enthusiastic graduates to join a range of well-regarded secondary schools across Salford, Bolton, Bury, and Wigan as Graduate Teaching Assistants from September 2026. This opportunity is ideally suited to graduates who are considering a career in education and are seeking to gain valuable, first-hand classroom experience in a secondary school setting. Role Overview As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely alongside teaching staff to support students aged 11–16 (and in some cases, sixth form students). You will play an important role in helping to raise attainment, promote engagement, and support students’ overall development. Key Responsibilities Supporting the delivery of lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 Providing targeted support to students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups Assisting with classroom management and maintaining a positive learning environment Supporting students with varying academic abilities, including those with additional needs Contributing to the preparation of lesson materials and resources Candidate Requirements An undergraduate degree (all subjects considered) A strong interest in pursuing a career in education Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A professional, reliable, and proactive approach Previous experience working with young people and SEN is advantageous, though not essential If you are a graduate seeking a rewarding and impactful role within secondary education, we encourage you to apply with your CV and a brief personal statement outlining your suitability and interest in the position. 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.