Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

PREMIER OFFICE SYSTEMS; Banstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Banstead is seeking a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team. This full-time role offers valuable classroom experience and opportunities for professional development, ideal for recent graduates eager to start a career in education. The role includes providing support to pupils and working closely with teachers to enhance learning outcomes.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Desirable experience working with children.
• Eager to develop professional skills in education.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils in 1:1 and small group settings.
• Assist teachers and the SENCO in delivering meaningful support.
• Help children build confidence and progress in their learning.

Skills

Support for pupils

Classroom management

Education

2:1 or higher in Education, Psychology, or a core subject

Job description

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary School – Banstead, Surrey | Immediate or September 2025 Start |£22,000 – £29,000 per annum | Start your journey into Primary Teaching

Are you graduating this year or recently completed your degree, and eager to make your mark in the education sector?

Are you seeking valuable classroom experience that will lay a solid foundation for your future career?

Do you want to play a meaningful role in a child’s learning journey while developing your own professional skills?

An ambitious and welcoming primary school in Banstead, Surrey is looking to appoint a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to join their outstanding team on a full-time, long-term basis. Whether you’re available to start now or from September, this is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in education.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – The Essentials

• Full-time, long-term role – Start immediately or from September 2025
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (32.5 hours per week)
• Weekly Pay or Permanent contract, both with competitive salary
• Provide tailored support to pupils in both 1:1 and small group settings
• Ideal for graduates with a 2:1 or higher in Education, Psychology, or a core subject
• A school with a strong reputation for mentoring Graduate Primary Teaching Assistants into successful careers
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential
• Interviews available immediately

The School – Supportive, Inclusive, Outstanding

• Two-form entry Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ primary school
• Excellent transport links to and from surrounding Surrey and Outer London boroughs
• Pupils supported from Year 1 through to Year 6
• A vibrant and inclusive environment that celebrates individuality and diversity
• Senior Leadership Team recognised for developing early career staff, especially Graduate Primary Teaching Assistants

Your Role as a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with teachers and the school’s SENCO to deliver meaningful support to pupils who need it most. Whether it’s through targeted 1:1 support small group activities or providing general classroom support, you’ll help children build confidence, stay engaged, and make real progress in their learning.

As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you’ll gain first-hand classroom experience, laying the groundwork for future roles in teaching, educational psychology, or any child-focused profession.

Why This is the Ideal Role for a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant:

• Build classroom confidence and skills through practical, on-the-job experience
• Work within a nurturing school that champions professional development
• Be part of a passionate team where your role directly shapes pupil progress
• Gain the experience needed to apply for teacher training or postgraduate study

Sound like the right fit for you?
Apply now to become a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant by sending your CV to KPI Education and take the next step toward your future in education.

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