Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Wolverhampton to support pupils across the full academic year. The role involves 1:1 help, small-group intervention, and general classroom support to help pupils stay focused and make steady progress.

You will work closely with the class teacher to reinforce learning in core subjects, prepare resources, and assist with routines. A degree in a creative subject is required, along with an Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Degree – a 2:2 or above in a creative subject.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Interest in education/with children.
• Career aim to train as a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day classroom support through 1:1 and small-group sessions.
• Reinforce learning in core subjects and support routines.
• Prepare simple classroom resources.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to promote progress.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group intervention

Classroom support

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a creative subject

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Could you be the extra support a primary classroom needs to help pupils stay focused and make steady progress? Are you looking for a school-based role where you can build valuable classroom experience across the full academic year?

• Teaching Assistant
• September 2026 to July 2027
• £85 - £101 per day
• ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Central Wolverhampton
• 1:1, small group and general classroom support

The Role:

Provide day-to-day classroom support through a mixture of 1:1 help, small-group intervention, and general classroom assistance. You will help pupils stay engaged, reinforce learning in core subjects, support class routines, prepare simple resources, and work closely with the class teacher to support steady academic progress across the school day.

The Candidate:

You are adaptable, encouraging, and able to explain ideas clearly to primary-aged pupils. You want meaningful school-based experience, enjoy helping children grow in confidence, and are keen to play a practical role in supporting learning and classroom routines.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in a creative 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 interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Career Goals – A desire to train as a teacher and build a long-term career in education.

The School:

This ‘Outstanding’ primary school in Central Wolverhampton offers the chance to build valuable classroom experience in a setting where high standards, strong routines, and purposeful support matter. You will work closely with experienced staff in a role that gives you direct exposure to classroom practice, intervention work, and the day-to-day strategies schools use to help pupils stay engaged and make progress.

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