Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI RECRUITING LTD in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a motivated Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a local primary school. You will work alongside experienced teachers, helping children develop essential skills, build confidence and get the most out of their learning.

This role is ideal for graduates interested in teaching, educational psychology or child development. You will gain hands-on classroom experience, learn phonics, reading, writing and maths support, and

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Childhood Studies or a related subject is desirable.
• Strong interest in primary education and child development.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, proactive and encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group learning support.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson preparation.
• Help pupils overcome learning barriers and develop independence.
• Encourage positive behaviour, participation and confidence.
• Adapt support to meet individual learning needs, including SEND where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Proactive attitude

Education

Psychology degree

Education degree

Sociology degree

Childhood Studies degree

Job description

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable school experience and make a real difference in children's lives?

We are recruiting a motivated and enthusiastic

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a primary school in Newcastle upon Tyne.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates interested in teaching, educational psychology, child development or a future career in education. You'll work alongside experienced teachers, helping children develop essential skills, build confidence and get the most out of their learning.

What You'll Be Doing

Support pupils with phonics, reading, writing and mathematics.

Provide one-to-one and small-group learning support.

Assist teachers with classroom activities and lesson preparation.

Help pupils overcome learning barriers and develop independence.

Encourage positive behaviour, participation and confidence.

Adapt support to meet individual learning needs, including SEND where required.

Contribute to a safe, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.

Who We're Looking For

A degree in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Childhood Studies or a related subject is desirable.

A genuine interest in primary education and child development.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

A patient, proactive and encouraging approach.

The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.

Previous experience working with children is advantageous but not essential.

What You'll Gain

Valuable hands-on experience in a primary school.

Practical insight into teaching and child development.

Transferable skills for future careers in education and psychology.

The opportunity to make a positive impact on children's progress.