Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Education Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network in Birmingham is seeking a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant to gain hands-on classroom experience ahead of teacher training. Based in a welcoming 2-form entry primary school, the role focuses on supporting KS1 and KS2 pupils, delivering small group interventions, and assisting in lessons.

You will work closely with teachers, monitor progress, and help raise attainment while developing communication skills and confidence in learners.

Qualifications

• Graduate with strong academic background.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience working with young learners is desirable but not essential.
• Hands-on classroom experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• As a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers with literacy and numeracy.
• You will deliver small group interventions and provide 1-2-1 support to pupils.
• You will monitor pupil progress and help raise attainment.
• You will encourage engagement in lessons and inspire a love of learning.

Skills

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Small group instruction

Job description

Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant - Birmingham

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching? This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical classroom-based experience before starting your teacher training.

• Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant
• £90 - £100 Per day
• Academic Year 2026/2027
• Ofsted "Good" 2-Form Entry primary school, Birmingham
• Providing academic support for Key Stage 1 & 2 pupils

As a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with teachers to support under-achieving pupils, raising attainment, and helping them to build their confidence. You will be delivering small group interventions and working on a 1-2-1 basis, focusing on literacy and numeracy skills. As a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant you will be supporting in lessons, monitoring pupil progress and encouraging engagement in lessons.

This position is ideal for a graduate who is considering a career in teaching and looking to gain some hands on experience. A strong academic background is essential as all as excellent communication skills, commitment to making a difference and the ability to inspire a love for learning. Previous experienceworking with young learners is desirable but not essential.

This lovely 2-Form Entry primary school near the heart of Birmingham is committed to ensuring that every child has access to an outstanding education. The school is committed to providing additional support for pupils who need a helping hand to reach their full potential. With an experienced team of teachers and a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to kickstart their career in education.

Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.