Graduate Teaching Assistant

KPI EDUCATION; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Education is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Birmingham to support students across KS3-4 and work closely with teachers to foster a positive, ambitious learning environment.

This role offers a unique pathway into teacher training, providing hands-on classroom experience, strong professional relationships, and a pathway to further study in education.

Qualifications

• Holds a 2:1 or first-class in Education, Psychology, English, Maths or a related subject from a leading university.
• Passion for education and working with young people.
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively.
• Demonstrates a commitment to a career in education.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom learning across KS3-4
• Provide small group and 1:1 intervention to raise attainment
• Assist with lesson preparation and resource management
• Help monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers
• Encourage a culture of confidence, resilience and ambition

Skills

2:1 or first class in Education, Psyc,

Education

2:1 or first class in Education, Psychology, English, Maths or related subject

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Full-time | Term-Time Only | £500-530 per week

Location: Birmingham

Are you a top-performing graduate seeking the first step to a career in education?

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their learning and development?

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team and support students in achieving their full potential.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students across KS3 and KS4, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging students to succeed.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support classroom learning across KS3-4
• Provide small group and 1:1 intervention to raise attainment
• Assist with lesson preparation and resource management
• Help monitor student progress and engagement and provide feedback to teachers
• Encourage a culture of confidence, resilience and ambition

This is a unique opportunity to gain essential classroom experience and establish professional working relationships, providing an ideal foundation for teacher training.

The ideal candidate

This position is perfect for a high-calibre graduate who is passionate about education and strives to make a difference. Therefore, they will:

• Hold a 2:1 or first class in Education, Psychology, English, Maths or a related subject from a leading university
• Possess a passion for education and working with young people
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Demonstrate a commitment to a career in education
• Right to work in the UK

Why this role?

• Join a supportive secondary school in Birmingham
• Gain elite, practical experience in classroom management
• Build a foundation for teacher training and postgraduate study in the field of education
• Competitive salary of £500-530 per week

About the school

KPI Education are hiring a Graduate Teaching Assistant on behalf of a thriving Birmingham secondary school with a reputation for academic excellence and pupil satisfaction. Rated good and outstanding by Ofsted, this is an ideal opportunity for graduates to build to progression in an education career.