Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant in Birmingham to support teachers and raise attainment for Key Stage 1 and 2 pupils. You will deliver small-group interventions, support in lessons, monitor pupil progress and help foster literacy and numeracy skills while building confidence and a love for learning.

Ideal for graduates aiming to train as teachers. This role offers hands-on classroom experience in a 2-Form Entry primary school near central Birmingham with

Qualifications

• Strong academic background
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to making a difference
• Ability to inspire a love for learning

Responsibilities

• Deliver small group interventions for literacy and numeracy
• Support in lessons and monitor pupil progress
• Encourage engagement and build pupil confidence
• Assist with 1-2-1 mentoring where needed

Skills

Literacy support

Numeracy support

Communication

Team collaboration

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 experience working 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 your career in education.

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