Teaching Assistant

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teacher training or a career in education?

We are currently recruiting Behaviour Mentors to work across secondary schools in Bolton, Bury, and Salford, starting immediately or from September 2025. These positions are ideal for individuals passionate about supporting young people and helping them to succeed in a structured and supportive learning environment.

About the Role:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for students who require additional behavioural or emotional guidance.

• Covering lessons in the absence of the class teacher, maintaining a calm and positive learning environment.

• Supporting the pastoral and academic development of pupils with a focus on behaviour management and engagement.

• Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and SEND departments to implement behaviour strategies and interventions.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• A genuine interest in working with young people in an educational setting.

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

• Resilience, empathy, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

• A relevant degree or experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.

• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) and two professional references.

Why Apply?

• Excellent experience for future teachers, youth workers, or educational psychologists.

• Support from a dedicated consultant to help you find the right placement.

• Opportunities to work across a range of supportive and inclusive schools.

• Clear pathway into teacher training programmes for the right candidates.

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV today. Early applications are encouraged as roles are being filled on a rolling basis.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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