Reception Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Education Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Reception Graduate Teaching Assistant in Birmingham. The role involves supporting Early Years education in a 'Good' primary school, promoting child independence, and engaging in phonics and early number practices. Applicants should hold a degree (2:2 or above) and have a clear desire to work with children. A warm, organized approach and effective communication skills are essential. Pay ranges from £90 to £105 per day until July 2026.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Strong interest in EYFS and early development.
• Experience working with children – Show desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and rotate continuous provision and supervise child-initiated play.
• Model rich language and guide turn-taking and sharing.
• Run short adult-led activities and provide 1:1 support.

Skills

Clear communication

Ability to work with children

Education

Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject

Job description

Reception Graduate Teaching Assistant

Looking to build real Early Years experience before teacher training?

• Reception Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Immediate start until July 2026
• £90 - £105 per day
• ‘Good’ primary school, Yardley
• General TA duties within Early Years

Day to day

Set up and rotate continuous provision, supervise child-initiated play, and run short adult-led activities. You’ll model rich language, guide turn-taking and sharing, and give calm 1:1 support where needed. Expect phonics warm‑ups, early number practice, fine‑motor tasks, outdoor learning, and quick observations to spot next steps.

You will bring

A warm, organised approach and clear communication. You follow guidance closely, keep routines predictable, and help children become independent—without doing the task for them.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication – Clear, confident written and spoken English.
• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Strong interest in EYFS and early development.
• Experience working with children – Nursery/school/mentoring/volunteering experience is desirable but not essential.

The School

This ‘Good’ Yardley primary is two‑form entry with calm, well‑organised EYFS provision. Reception follows a consistent phonics programme with daily practice, clear talk‑rich routines, and zoned indoor/outdoor areas (role play, construction, small world, mark‑making, sensory). Planning is collaborative: staff share quick observation formats, language prompts, and ready‑made activity cards so you can deliver high‑quality sessions without reinventing resources. Behaviour expectations are simple and consistent, supported by visual timetables and tidy‑up routines. New colleagues receive a structured induction, weekly bite‑size CPD, and short coaching drop‑ins with precise next steps—ideal conditions to build a strong evidence base for ITT.

How to Apply

Email your CV and include availability and DBS status (add two referees if you can). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief call and an in‑school observation. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.