Graduate Science Teaching Assistant
Manchester Secondary School | September 2025 Start | Potential Progression to Salaried Teacher Training | Up to £550 per Week

Are you a recent science graduate with a passion for education and a desire to inspire the next generation of scientists?

Do you want to gain meaningful classroom experience as a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant before progressing onto a salaried teacher training course?

Would you thrive in a supportive secondary school setting, helping students develop their confidence and skills in STEM?

An innovative and high-achieving secondary school in Manchester is seeking a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring teacher to build valuable school-based experience in science education, with the potential to transition into a fully funded, salaried teacher training route after one academic year.

👉 Apply now to kickstart your teaching journey as a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant in Manchester.

Role Overview – Graduate Science Teaching Assistant:

• Full-time, long-term position starting September 2025
• Paid up to £550 per week
• Located in a Manchester secondary school with an excellent reputation for professional development
• Support students across KS3 and KS4 in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Deliver 1:1 and small group academic interventions in science
• Help students develop scientific thinking and exam preparation skills
• Collaborate with science teachers to plan engaging lessons and experiments
• Gain first-hand experience ideal for those considering a career in science teaching
• Opportunity to progress onto an in-school salaried teacher training course the following year

Who We’re Looking For – Graduate Science Teaching Assistant:

• A recent graduate with a 2:1 or above in a science-related degree (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Natural Sciences)
• Strong communication and subject knowledge
• A passion for education and a commitment to student success
• Any experience working with young people is an advantage (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, volunteering)
• Confident, adaptable, and motivated to pursue a career in teaching

As a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant, you’ll become a key member of the science department—supporting student progress, encouraging enthusiasm for STEM subjects, and gaining the classroom skills you need for teacher training. The school has a strong track record of developing Graduate Science Teaching Assistants into qualified teachers through their bespoke in-house programme.

If you're passionate about science and ready to inspire, this Graduate Science Teaching Assistant opportunity in Manchester is the perfect next step.

👉 Click ‘Apply Now’ to take the first step toward a teaching career as a Graduate Science Teaching Assistant.

Graduate Science Teaching Assistant | Manchester | Up to £550 per Week
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