Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a superb primary school based in Wolverhampton. This full-time role runs from September 2026 to July 2027, offering 1:1, small-group, and general classroom support across the primary phase.

You will work with experienced staff to help pupils stay engaged, reinforce core topics, and prepare basic resources, supporting day-to-day progress and a pathway toward teacher training.

Qualifications

• Degree – a 2:2 or above in a creative subject.
• Clear, confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children.
• Career goals – train as a teacher and build a long-term career in education.

Responsibilities

• Work across the school on a full-time basis, providing a mix of 1:1 support, small-group intervention, and general classroom assistance.
• Help pupils stay engaged and reinforce learning in core subjects.
• Prepare simple resources and work with teaching staff to support day-to-day progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Degree in creative subject (2:2+)

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Could a school support role give you the classroom experience you need before teacher training? Are you looking for a primary setting where you can support pupils properly while building confidence across the school week?

• Graduate Teaching Assistant
• September 2026 to July 2027
• £95 - £105 per day
• Superb primary school based in Wolverhampton
• 1:1, small group and general classroom support across the primary phase

The Role

Work across the school on a full-time basis, providing a mixture of 1:1 support, small-group intervention, and general classroom assistance. You will help pupils stay engaged, reinforce learning in core subjects, prepare simple resources, and work closely with teaching staff to support day-to-day progress.

The Candidate

You are adaptable, encouraging, and able to explain ideas clearly to primary-aged pupils. You want meaningful classroom experience, enjoy helping children build confidence in their learning, and are keen to develop the practical skills needed for a future in teaching.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in a creative subject.
• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Career Goals – A desire to train as a teacher and build a long-term career in education.

The School

This superb primary school based in Wolverhampton offers the chance to build broad classroom experience in a setting where strong routines, purposeful support, and pupil progress matter. You will work closely with experienced staff in a role that gives you exposure to intervention work, classroom practice, and the day-to-day strategies schools use to help pupils stay engaged and make progress.