When people think about working in education, they often think there’s only one option: becoming a teacher.
But education is a huge sector, filled with flexible, meaningful roles that suit mums brilliantly, especially if you’re returning to work or looking for a new direction.
Here are some of the hidden jobs in education you may not even know exist.
Family Liaison Officer
Family Liaison Officers act as the bridge between families, schools and external services.
If you’re great at communication, relationship-building and problem-solving, this role is often a natural fit for mums.
Workplace Trainer
Workplace Trainers deliver training to adults in professional or vocational settings.
Many mums bring valuable industry experience and strong communication skills into this role.
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistants support pupils in class with learning and behaviour.
Patience, routine-setting and emotional awareness – skills many mums already have, are key here.
Assessor
Assessors support learners completing vocational qualifications.
Organisation, mentoring and industry experience are highly valued in this role.
Internal Quality Assurer (IQA)
IQAs ensure training programmes meet quality and compliance standards.
Attention to detail, consistency and an improvement mindset are essential.
SEND Support Assistant
SEND Support Assistants help children with additional needs access learning.
Empathy, calm responses and advocacy skills make mums especially well suited.
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisors manage classrooms during teacher absence.
Confidence, adaptability and authority with warmth are key strengths here.
Inclusion Officer
Inclusion Officers focus on removing barriers to learning and promoting equality.
Understanding different needs and advocating for others is central to this role.
Even More Roles You Might Not Expect
Education also includes roles such as:
- Attendance Officer
- Exams Officer
- Pastoral Support Officer
- Careers Adviser or Coach
- Education Administrator
- Safeguarding Officer
- Curriculum Coordinator
How Do You Get Started?
Many mums assume they’re “not qualified enough” or don’t know where to begin.
That’s exactly why we created the Working in Schools course.
To help mums:
- Understand the range of roles available
- Identify where their skills fit
- Build confidence and clarity
- Take practical steps towards working in education
Our Working in Schools course is a fully funded, six to eight week programme to support you to start a rewarding new career in a classroom or educational setting.
Building on the success of our flagship Back to Work and Confidence course, this is focussed on helping you regain your confidence and go back to work in an educational setting with specialist topics included.
This course will not just help you to be work-ready but potentially provide work experience. You will develop your communication and digital skills and gain a Level 2 qualification. No previous experience is needed, just enthusiasm and a commitment to complete the programme.
With hundreds of local, term-time vacancies and direct links to employers, this is an amazing opportunity to find a job you love around your family. Find out more HERE.