Secondary Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching are working with a high-performing Secondary School in Manchester who are looking for a full-time, confident and dynamic Teaching Assistant to start in April 2026. This position is suitable for recent graduates who are considering a career in education.

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Secondary School Location: North Manchester Contract: Full-time / Term-time only Minimum pay rate: £97/day

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education? We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant secondary school near North Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students and become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.

What will you do: Work closely with teachers to support learning in the classroom. Provide one-to-one and small group support to students who need extra help. Assist in preparing resources and maintaining a positive learning environment. Encourage and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

Recent Graduate, with a 2:2 or higher.

Previous experience working in a UK school is desirable.

Experience working with young people in either a voluntary or professional capacity desirable. Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year or willingness to complete Prospero's online Safeguarding Training.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

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