Graduate Teaching Programme Primary

Tradewind Recruitment; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Primary Teaching Assistant for a paid hands-on training programme. This role involves supporting children's learning, leading activities, and managing classroom routines, with a pathway to direct teacher training. Ideal candidates are recent graduates passionate about education and supporting young learners, looking for financial accessibility in a teaching career. Applications are encouraged for roles starting in January and September 2026.

Benefits

Paid hands-on training

No student loans or tuition fees

Continuous CPD and mentoring

Pathway to direct teacher training

High likelihood of securing a permanent role

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting young learners.
• Reliable and eager to learn.
• Desire for structured pathway into teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support phonics, early reading, writing, and maths activities.
• Lead small group interventions and provide 1:1 support.
• Assist with behaviour management in the classroom.

Skills

Supporting phonics and early reading

Leading small group interventions

Classroom organization and routine management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm for teaching

Education

Degree in Education Studies or child-related subject

Job description

Are you a recent graduate considering a career in primary teaching but unsure whether it's the right fit?

Would you like to gain a teaching qualification without taking on additional student debt?

Our Primary Graduate Teaching Programme offers a paid, supportive, and hands‑on route into education. Tradewind are 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

We're looking for graduates who:

• 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

If you're excited about helping children grow, want to build confidence in the classroom, and are looking for a financially accessible route into teaching, this programme could be the perfect fit for you. Apply today with a recent CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 2 working days.

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