Graduate Classroom Assistant - Wokingham

Academics; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is hiring a Graduate Classroom Assistant for a welcoming mainstream primary school in Wokingham, with an ASAP start. You will gain hands-on experience in a frontline educational setting.

You will support learning across Foundation Stage, KS1 and KS2, assisting with lesson delivery, small group work, and one-to-one guidance. This full-time role runs 8:30am–3:30pm and pays £92.59–£95 per day.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a desire to start a career in education.
• Desirable experience in tutoring, mentoring, youth work, or volunteering with children, though not essential.
• Interest in SEND, behavioural needs, or learning difficulties is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lesson delivery across early years and primary key stages.
• Support small group work and provide one-to-one guidance as needed.
• Create a calm, stimulating learning environment and monitor pupil progress.
• Collaborate with teachers to support academic and emotional development.

Job description

Graduate Classroom Assistant - Wokingham
Mainstream Primary School
ASAP Start - Wokingham

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for working with children and a desire to begin a rewarding career in education? Do you have the drive, patience, and enthusiasm to help young learners thrive in the classroom? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Graduate Classroom Assistant role at a highly regarded primary school in Wokingham.

A welcoming and child-focused mainstream primary school in Wokingham is currently recruiting for a Graduate Classroom Assistant to support classroom learning across Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2. This role is perfect for aspiring teachers who are eager to gain hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of the National Curriculum.

As a Graduate Classroom Assistant, you will work alongside experienced and passionate teachers to create a stimulating and supportive learning environment. You'll play an active role in helping pupils reach their full potential by assisting with lesson delivery, supporting small group work, and offering one-to-one guidance when needed. Every day will be different, rewarding, and full of opportunities to make a real difference in a child's education.

This is an excellent role for recent graduates who are considering a career in teaching or education. While prior experience working with children is desirable, it is not essential. Relevant experience might include tutoring, mentoring, youth work, coaching, volunteering in schools, or working with children in any educational or care setting. Experience supporting children with SEND, behavioural needs, or learning difficulties would be highly advantageous.

Key Details:

• Graduate Classroom Assistant


• September Start


• Mainstream Primary School - Wokingham


• 92.59 - 95 per day


• Full-Time (8:30am - 3:30pm)

The school's leadership team is seeking graduates who are proactive, dedicated, and eager to contribute to the academic and emotional development of young learners. As a Graduate Classroom Assistant, you will support learning across the curriculum, including core subjects such as English and Maths, as well as foundation subjects like Geography, Science, and PE.

If you are a graduate looking to take your first step into education and are excited about the opportunity to inspire and support primary-aged children.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.