Gain Valuable School Experience Before Your PGCE
Are you a recent English graduate with a UK Bachelor's degree looking to gain hands-on experience in schools?
Perhaps you are considering a future PGCE application and want to build valuable classroom experience before taking the next step into teaching. If so, Aspire People would love to hear from you.
Aspire People are currently recruiting a bank of enthusiastic and motivated English Graduate Teaching Assistants to support schools across Manchester from September 2026.
We have long-term opportunities available in:
* Primary Schools
* Secondary Schools
* SEN Schools
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who are passionate about education and looking to develop their skills within a school setting.
The Role
As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Support students academically within the classroom
* Work alongside class teachers to provide classroom support
* Deliver 1:1 interventions and small group sessions
* Support students with literacy and reading development
* Assist students with SEN, including Dyslexia
* Help create an engaging and supportive learning environment
These roles are also ideal for English graduates with tutoring experience who are looking to expand their classroom-based skills and experience.
Requirements
To be considered, you must have:
* A UK Bachelor's degree in English or a related subject
* A passion for supporting young people in education
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* A DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain a new DBS
* References covering the last 2 years
Why Aspire People?
* Long-term opportunities from September 2026
* Experience across a range of school settings
* Valuable preparation for future teacher training and PGCE applications
* Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
* Opportunities across Manchester schools
If you are an English graduate eager to gain meaningful school experience and make a positive impact on students' education, apply today with Aspire People.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£95.00 - £110.00 per day