Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Tettenhall Wood; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is recruiting for a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant at a Willenhall primary school. This role offers an immediate start until July 2027, with responsibilities including 1:1 support, small-group activities, and general classroom duties to boost pupil confidence and learning.

The ideal candidate is a creative graduate with a 2:2 or higher in a creative subject, strong communication skills, and a patient, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree or above in a creative subject.
• Genuine interest in primary education and supporting pupil progress.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain tasks clearly.
• A patient, proactive and encouraging approach in the classroom.
• Enhanced DBS - Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 guidance to pupils.
• Lead small-group activities and assist with general classroom duties.
• Support the class teacher with daily routines and pupil interaction.
• Help pupils stay engaged and complete learning tasks with confidence.

Skills

Strong communication

Explain tasks clearly

Patient and proactive

Encouraging approach

Education

2:2 degree or above in a creative subject

Job description

Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

Could you help primary pupils feel more confident, focused and ready to learn? Are you a graduate looking to build practical classroom experience before moving into teaching or education?

Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant
£85 - £102 per day
Immediate start until July 2027
Primary school based in Willenhall
1:1, small-group and general TA responsibilities
Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Role:

As a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils through 1:1 guidance, small-group activities and general classroom duties. You will help children stay engaged, understand instructions and complete learning tasks with greater confidence. You will also support the class teacher with daily routines, classroom organisation and pupil interaction throughout the school day.

The Candidate:

This role will suit a creative graduate who is enthusiastic about primary education and keen to make a positive impact in the classroom. You should be patient, reliable and confident working with pupils who need different levels of support. This is a strong opportunity for someone considering teacher training or a long-term career in education.

Requirements

• 2:2 degree or above in a creative subject.
• A genuine interest in primary education and supporting pupil progress.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain tasks clearly.
• A patient, proactive and encouraging approach in the classroom.
• Enhanced DBS - Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

The School:

This Willenhall primary school is looking for a graduate who can provide consistent support across the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff, gain valuable school-based experience and help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive learning habits.