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The Education Network; Rood End; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is seeking a KS1 Graduate Teaching Assistant to support Year 2 pupils before teacher training. You’ll deliver short boosters, 1:1 catch‑up, and small group activities, focusing on reading, writing and number with clear routines.

Ideal candidates are organised graduates with strong communication and a passion for KS1 pupil progress. DBS check already held or willingness to obtain will be required, with an immediate start until July 2027 at an outstanding primary in Hall

Qualifications

• Degree 2:2 or higher in any subject.
• Enhanced DBS either held or willing to obtain.
• Desire to work in education with KS1 and pupil progress.
• Experience with children desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Year 2 pupils with reading, writing, and numbers.
• Run short boosters and 1:1 catch-up sessions.
• Guide small groups through phonics, spelling and arithmetic practice.
• Note progress and communicate next actions to the class teacher.

Skills

Clear communication

Organised

Rapport with children

Time management

Education

2:2 degree (any subject)

Job description

Looking for hands-on KS1 experience before teacher training?

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

• *** KS1 Graduate Teaching Assistant
• *** Immediate start until July 2027
• *** ‘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.