Science Graduate Teaching Assistant

Description

Science Graduate Teaching Assistant – Start September | South Manchester

Are you a STEM graduate (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) considering a career in teaching?

Would you love to gain classroom experience before applying for teacher training? Join a thriving secondary school in South Manchester this September as a Science Graduate Teaching Assistant and support students in achieving their academic goals in science.

Science Graduate Teaching Assistant – Job Summary

Full-time, term-time role starting September 2025

Support teaching and learning across KS3 & KS4 Science classes

Work with students in small groups and 1:1 interventions

Gain essential classroom experience in a well-resourced science department

Collaborate with experienced science teachers and senior staff

Science Graduate Teaching Assistasnt - Person Specification

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic graduate who:

Holds a 2:2 or above in a Science or STEM-related degree (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Natural Sciences, etc.)

Has a keen interest in education and supporting young learners

Has previous experience working with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, classroom assistant) – desirable but not essential

Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Is reliable, professional, and eager to learn

What You’ll Gain as a Science Graduate Teaching Assistant

Paid experience in a school setting to support future teacher training applications (e.g. PGCE, Schools Direct)

First-hand insight into lesson planning, behaviour management, and student progress tracking

Opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists

Experience that sets you apart in the education sector

Why Work with Smile Education Northwest?

Competitive daily rates – transparent and fair pay

Flexible work options to suit your schedule

Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities

Regular CPD and training to support your development

Dedicated recruitment consultant offering ongoing career support

Location: South Manchester – easily accessible by public transport

Start Date: September 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Ready to Start Your Journey into Teaching?

Apply today via this website or email Joseph at (url removed) to find out more.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to a range of vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, Barred List check, and verification of qualifications.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

Ad ID: 5416932960