Graduate Teaching Assistant - Sandbach

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Starting September 2026

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching or the wider education sector?

Do you have a passion for supporting young people’s learning, confidence, and development while making a meaningful difference within a school community?

A welcoming and inclusive school in Sandbach (CW11 3HU) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates to gain practical experience within an educational setting, develop essential skills, and build a strong foundation for a successful career working with children and young people.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and wider support teams to help pupils reach their full academic, social, and emotional potential.

What’s on Offer?

• Full-time, (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm)
• Term - Time Only Position
• Long-term opportunity within a supportive and nurturing school environment
• Competitive weekly pay of £500 - £560 (£100 - £115 Per Day)
• Convenient Sandbach location with accessible transport links
• Hands-on experience supporting learning through targeted interventions and small-group activities
• Valuable 1:1 support experience with pupils requiring additional guidance
• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced teachers and school leaders
• Excellent preparation for future teacher training applications and education-based careers

About You, To be considered for this role, you will :

• Hold a 2:1 degree or above (or be predicted to achieve this)
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive, and professional approach
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Show a genuine passion for supporting children and young people’s development
• Be eager to gain hands-on experience within a school environment
• Be considering a future career within education or related sectors
• Have the right to work in the UK

The Role, Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting classroom learning across a range of curriculum areas
• Delivering literacy, numeracy, and learning interventions to small groups of pupils
• Providing personalised 1:1 support for children and young people requiring additional guidance
• Supporting pupils with SEND and other barriers to learning
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, independence, and engagement
• Assisting with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and learning resources
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment

Apply Today | If you’re ready to gain meaningful classroom experience and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: CW11 3HU, Sandbach 

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