Teaching Assistant to Teacher: Development Pathway

Academics; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe for September 2026. This entry-level role offers a long-term path toward teaching with a structured development programme alongside experienced teachers.

You will support pupils across year groups, contribute to curriculum planning and pupil engagement, and work toward Qualified Teacher Status through the Teaching Assistant to Teacher Development Pathway.

Qualifications

• Graduates or individuals with a strong academic background.
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their learning.
• Ambitious and eager to progress into a teaching role.
• Flexible across roles and year groups.
• GCSEs in Maths and English 4/C+ (science GCSE for primary).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across different year groups in classroom practice.
• Assist teachers with curriculum planning and pupil engagement.
• Gain hands-on experience toward Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Skills

Graduate

Child engagement

Ambition

Flexibility

Education

GCSEs required

Job description

Academics is recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe for September 2026. This entry-level role offers a long-term path toward teaching with a structured development programme alongside experienced teachers.

You will support pupils across year groups, contribute to curriculum planning and pupil engagement, and work toward Qualified Teacher Status through the Teaching Assistant to Teacher Development Pathway.