Graduate Teaching Programme Primary

Tradewind Recruitment; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to support children's learning in a classroom setting. This role includes supporting phonics and math activities, managing behaviour, and assisting with classroom tasks. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Education Studies or related field, and demonstrate a passion for helping young learners. The position offers paid training and a pathway to teacher training. Opportunities are available for January and September 2026.

Benefits

Paid hands-on training

No student loans or tuition fees

Continuous CPD and mentoring

Pathway to teacher training

High likelihood of securing a permanent role

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Education Studies or a child-related subject.
• Passionate about supporting young learners.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn.
• Desire for a structured pathway into primary teaching.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teachers to support children's learning.
• Lead small group interventions and support in lessons.
• Help manage classroom behaviour.
• Assist with day-to-day classroom tasks.

Skills

Supporting phonics

Providing 1:1 support

Behaviour management

Classroom organization

Team communication

Education

Degree in Education Studies or child-related subject

Job description

Our Primary Graduate Teaching Programme offers a paid, supportive, and hands‑on route into education. Tradewind is working in partnership with a large Stoke‑on‑Trent trust, this programme allows you to experience real classroom life before committing to full teacher training.

The role

You will begin as a Primary Teaching Assistant, working closely with teachers to support children's learning and classroom routines. Your role will include:

• Supporting phonics, early reading, writing, and maths activities
• Leading small group interventions and providing 1:1 support
• Assisting with behaviour management and creating a positive learning environment
• Helping with classroom organisation and day‑to‑day tasks
• Gradually delivering parts of lessons planned by the class teacher as your confidence grows

Throughout the year, you'll be coached and mentored by experienced staff, developing essential primary teaching skills at a manageable pace.

Benefits

• Paid hands‑on training from day one
• No student loans or tuition fees
• Continuous CPD, feedback, and mentoring from experienced school staff
• Pathway to direct teacher training within the trust after 6‑12 months
• High likelihood of securing a permanent role within one of the trust's primary schools

Ideal candidate

• Hold a degree in Education Studies or a child‑related subject (or any degree and have experience working with children)
• Are passionate about supporting young learners
• Communicate well and enjoy working as part of a team
• Are enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn
• Want a structured, practical pathway into primary teaching

We are currently recruiting for both January 2026 and September 2026 roles.

Apply today with a recent CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 2 working days.