Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Coseley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a 'Good' primary school in Wolverhampton. The role involves delivering targeted interventions in reading, writing, and maths, particularly for Year 6 exam preparation. Ideal candidates will hold a degree, demonstrate clear communication skills, and have a genuine commitment to supporting pupil progress. The position offers £80 - £100 per day with an immediate start until July 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• Strong interest in primary education and pupil progress is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver short, targeted interventions in reading, writing, and maths.
• Identify gaps and run booster sessions for Year 6 exam preparation.
• Prepare simple resources and track impact.

Skills

Clear communication

Building rapport

Organised approach

Education

Degree - A 2:2 or above in any subject

Job description

Overview

Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant prospect seeking real classroom experience before teacher training.

• Immediate start until July 2026
• £80 - £100 per day
• 'Good' primary school, Wolverhampton

The Role

You'll work across KS2 to deliver short, targeted interventions in reading, writing and maths, with a particular focus on Year 6 exam preparation. You'll identify gaps, run booster sessions, support revision habits, and help pupils apply strategies under timed conditions. You'll prepare simple resources, track impact, and feed back clear next steps to class teachers.

The Candidate

You're a graduate who communicates clearly, builds rapport quickly and brings a calm, organised approach. You can follow guidance, use initiative in sessions, and keep pupils motivated and on task. A strong interest in primary education and pupil progress is essential.

Requirements

• Degree - A 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication - Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS - Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children - Genuine commitment to supporting learning and wellbeing.
• Experience working with children - Any relevant experience (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

The School

This 'Good' primary in Wolverhampton is inclusive, well-organised and focused on outcomes. You'll join a supportive KS2 team with shared resources, clear routines and practical guidance to help you make impact quickly.

How to Apply

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant role. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an initial call and interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.

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