Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Bury Contract: Full-time, Long-term Start date: January 2026 Salary: Dependent on experience TimePlan Education Manchester is recruiting enthusiastic and ambitious Graduate Teaching Assistants to join a successful Bury secondary school. This is a perfect stepping stone into teaching for those with degrees in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Psychology, Sport, or related subjects. Role Overview: You will be supporting teachers across subject departments, providing targeted intervention and working with pupils who need academic stretch or additional academic catch-up. This role will give you unrivalled classroom experience before progressing to teacher training. Key Responsibilities: Support teaching staff across KS3 and KS4 curriculum areas Provide small-group tuition and booster sessions Assist with lesson planning and resource creation Work with pupils preparing for GCSE exams Develop your own subject-specialist knowledge and teaching confidence Support extracurricular clubs and enrichm4ent activities (if desired)What we're looking for: Recent graduate with strong academic credentials Considering a future career in teaching or education Energetic, motivated, and eager to gain school-based experience Confident, articulate and able to inspire young people Excellent subject knowledgeWhat TimePlan provides: Hands-on classroom experience ideal for teacher training routes A welcoming school environment with excellent mentoring Weekly pay and continual CPD training Dedicated support from a specialist consultant How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you! Click the "Apply Now" button or contact our Manchester branch on (phone number removed) to speak with one of our dedicated consultants. TimePlan Education Group Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references. #INDMAN