Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary School

📍 Rusholme
💰 Up to £115 per day | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

About Us

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for Graduate Teaching Assistants in Rusholme to support welcoming secondary schools on a full-time or part-time basis. This Graduate Teaching Assistant job in Rusholme is ideal for recent graduates who are considering a career in teaching, education, psychology, youth work or supporting young people.

You'll be joining a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Rusholme, where student wellbeing, inclusion and positive relationships are valued. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate to gain meaningful classroom experience, develop transferable skills and become a familiar face within a school community.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4 on a one-to-one, small-group and classroom basis
• Working alongside class teachers to support learning and engagement
• Helping deliver catch-up and intervention sessions, particularly within Maths, English or Science
• Supporting students with SEN, SEMH and additional learning needs
• Helping to manage behaviour and maintain a positive classroom environment
• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging their confidence and independence
• Providing general classroom and pastoral support where required

Requirements or Skills

• A recent university degree – all degree subjects considered
• Based in or able to commute to Rusholme
• A genuine interest in working with children and young people
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, adaptable and positive attitude
• Confidence working with secondary-aged pupils
• Previous experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not essential
• A willingness to complete relevant CPD and training

Benefits

• Competitive daily rates of up to £115 per day
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour, with further training through Milk Academy
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and school guides
• 24/7 support from your dedicated personal consultant

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Rusholme is a great opportunity to gain valuable secondary school experience while exploring a future career in education. Many graduates use the experience gained through Milk Education as a pathway into teacher training, teaching and other education-based careers.

Interested?

Click 'Apply Now' to apply for this Graduate Teaching Assistant job in Rusholme, or contact Cameron at Milk Education for more information.

📞 0161 327 0001
📧 Cameron.stewart@milk-education.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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