Year 4 Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is recruiting a Year 4 Graduate Teaching Assistant for a high‑performing primary school in Yardley. You will support Year 4 pupils with 1:1 and small‑group activities, helping them stay engaged and progress in English, Maths and the wider curriculum.

This role runs from September 2026 to July 2027. The school values high standards and practical intervention work, offering a supportive environment to gain vital classroom experience before teacher training.

Qualifications

• Degree–2:2 or above in a creative subject.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Desire to train as a teacher and long-term career in education.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support in Year 4.
• Reinforce learning in English, Maths, and wider curriculum.
• Prepare simple resources and support class routines.
• Work closely with the class teacher to build pupil confidence.

Skills

Communication

Education

Degree – 2:2 or above in a creative subject

Job description

Year 4 Graduate Teaching Assistant

Could you help Year 4 pupils build confidence and make stronger progress in class? Are you looking for a primary school role that gives you valuable Key Stage 2 experience before teacher training?

• Year 4 Graduate Teaching Assistant
• September 2026 to July 2027
• £85 - £101 per day
• 'Outstanding' primary school, Yardley
• 1:1 and small group support

The Role:

Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support across a Year 4 class, helping pupils stay engaged and make steady academic progress. You will reinforce learning in English, Maths, and wider curriculum areas, support class routines, prepare simple resources, and work closely with the class teacher to help pupils build confidence in their learning.

The Candidate:

You are organised, 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 develop the practical classroom skills needed for a future in teaching.

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 Yardley offers the chance to build excellent Year 4 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 strategies schools use to help pupils stay engaged and make progress.

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