Graduate Teaching Assistant

Step Into Teaching Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Into Teaching Limited is recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a full-time role at a primary school in Preston PR3. Start ASAP for the remainder of the academic year, working Monday to Friday during term-time.

You will gain hands-on classroom experience, support SEND and SEMH needs, and receive mentoring and professional development to progress towards teacher training. Ideal candidates hold a 2:2 degree or above, have a genuine passion for helping young people, and can motivate

Qualifications

• Must hold a 2:2 degree or above.
• Genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Able to confidently engage and motivate pupils.
• Proactive, positive, and reliable.
• Empathetic, resilient and focused to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on classroom support from day one.
• Support SEND and SEMH needs within lessons.
• Develop behaviour management, classroom routines and pupil engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to tailor help for learners.

Skills

Passion for education

Engage pupils

Team player

Proactive

Empathetic

Reliable

Education

2:2 degree or above

Job description

Are you a graduate looking for experience in a classroom to kick start your career in education?

Our primary school based Preston PR3 are recruiting graduates for full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant/ Academic supporting roles starting from ASAP for the remainder of the academic year!

If you're considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or another child-focused profession but want real classroom experience first, Step Into Teaching offers the perfect pathway into education.

Through our programme, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in one school to build your experience, skills and knowledge essential to pursue a career in education- building relationships to open opportunities into teacher training and other educational career pathways!

The Role:

• Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Location: Preston PR3
• School: Primary School
• Start Date: ASAP- End of July 2027
• Interview Period: ASAP
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday (term-time)
• Pay: £500–£530 per week

We’re Looking For Graduates Who:

• To hold a 2:2 degree or above
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Can confidently engage and motivate pupils
• Are proactive, positive, and reliable
• Empathetic, resilient and focused to achieve
• Are committed for the full academic year (Until July 2027)
• Work well within a team and communicate effectively

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands‑on classroom experience from day one
• Awareness and experiences in classrooms, supporting SEND (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH (Social & Emotional Mental Health).
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• Practical skills in behaviour management, lesson support, and pupil engagement
• Exposure to a variety of learning needs and school environments

By the end of the academic year, you’ll be fully prepared to take the next step into teacher training or further education-based careers.