KS1 Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Hall Green; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a proactive KS1 Graduate Teaching Assistant to support Year 2 pupils with reading, writing and numeracy. This role offers a hands-on opportunity before teacher training in an outstanding primary setting in Hall Green.

You will deliver booster sessions, run 1:1 catch-up work, and guide small groups through phonics and arithmetic while note-taker progress for classroom planning. Immediate start until July 2027, £81–£101 per day.

Qualifications

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Clear, confident written and verbal communication.
• Enhanced DBS held or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/KS1 pupil progress.
• Experience working with children desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Boost reading, writing, and number in Year 2.
• Run short, purposeful boosters and 1:1 catch-up sessions.
• Guide small groups through phonics, spelling and arithmetic practice.
• Set up activities and break tasks into manageable steps.
• Note progress for next actions by the class teacher.

Skills

Communication

Organised

Education

Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject

Tools

DBS clearance

Job description

KS1 Graduate Teaching Assistant

Looking for hands‑on KS1 experience before teacher training?

Help Year 2 pupils secure the basics with clear routines, smart scaffolding, and upbeat encouragement.

• Immediate start until July 2027
• £81 – 101 per day
• ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Ward of Hall Green
• 1:1 and small group support in Year 2

What you’ll do:

Work in Year 2 to boost reading, writing, and number. You’ll run short, purposeful boosters, deliver 1:1 catch‑up, and guide small groups through phonics, spelling and arithmetic practice. Set up activities, break tasks into manageable steps, and note quick progress so next actions are clear for the class teacher.

Who you are:

A thoughtful, organised graduate who communicates plainly and builds rapport with young children. You follow guidance, keep expectations consistent, and keep sessions brisk, calm, and focused.

Requirements

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication – Clear, confident written and verbal skills.
• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Strong interest in KS1 and pupil progress.
• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

The School:

An ‘Outstanding’ primary in the Ward of Hall Green with tight routines, excellent resources, and a collaborative Year 2 team. You’ll receive practical coaching and regular feedback so you can make impact quickly and build a solid platform for ITT.