Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, KPI EDUCATION

Guardian Jobs; East London; On-site; ZAR 546,000 - 571,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Jobs is recruiting a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant for a high-performing primary school in Stratford, East London, with a September 2026 start. The role offers term-time pay and flexibility across year groups, aligned to school needs and interview activity throughout September.

You will gain hands-on classroom experience, supporting literacy and numeracy while working closely with teachers to raise attainment and foster pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Degree from a Russell Group university.
• First-Class Honours or strong 2:1.
• Strong GCSEs, particularly in English and Mathematics.
• Passion for supporting primary-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils during lessons to maximise engagement and progress.
• Delivering focused intervention sessions in literacy and numeracy.
• Working with small groups to reinforce key learning objectives.
• Providing tailored support for children requiring additional academic guidance.
• Helping develop pupils' confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Assisting with learning resources and classroom activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Russell Group degree

First-Class Honours or 2:1

Job description

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

High-Performing Primary School | Stratford, East London

Full-Time | September 2026 Start

£550 -£575 per week (term time only)

Year Group Flexible

Interviews Taking Place Throughout September

Are you a Russell Group graduate eager to gain hands‑on experience in a thriving primary school before embarking on a career in teaching, educational psychology, or child development?

A successful and highly respected primary school in Stratford is seeking an outstanding Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to join its dedicated team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a school that combines high academic standards with a nurturing and inclusive approach, ensuring every child is supported to achieve their very best.

The school serves a vibrant and diverse local community and has developed a reputation for delivering excellent educational outcomes while placing equal emphasis on creativity, personal development, and pupil wellbeing. Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and innovation.

The Opportunity

This role offers far more than traditional classroom support. The successful graduate will become an integral part of school life, working closely with teachers and pupils to enhance learning and raise achievement across the primary phase.

The school is flexible regarding year group placement and will seek to align the successful candidate's strengths and interests with the needs of the school, whether in EYFS, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils during lessons to maximise engagement and progress.
• Delivering focused intervention sessions in literacy and numeracy.
• Working with small groups of pupils to reinforce key learning objectives.
• Providing tailored support for children requiring additional academic guidance.
• Helping to develop pupils' confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Assisting with the preparation of learning resources and classroom activities.
• Supporting educational visits, enrichment activities, and wider school events.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

Candidate Requirements

The school is keen to hear from ambitious graduates who can demonstrate both academic excellence and a genuine enthusiasm for working with children.

Essential

• A degree from a Russell Group University.
• A First-Class Honours Degree or strong 2:1 classification.
• Strong A-Level results.
• Excellent GCSEs, particularly in English and Mathematics.
• A passion for supporting and inspiring primary-aged children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High levels of professionalism, enthusiasm, and initiative.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with children through:
  • Tutoring
  • Mentoring
  • Volunteering
  • Summer camps
  • Sports coaching
  • Youth programmes
  • School-based placements
• An interest in pursuing:
  • Primary Teaching
  • Educational Psychology
  • SEND
  • Child Development
  • Speech and Language Therapy

What You Will Gain

• Outstanding classroom experience within a high-achieving school.
• Mentoring from experienced teachers and school leaders.
• Exposure to best practices in primary education.
• Opportunities to develop intervention and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent preparation for teacher training applications.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on children's educational journeys.

Application Process

The school is looking to appoint an exceptional graduate for a September 2026 start.

Interviews will be held throughout September, with strong applicants being shortlisted immediately upon application.

If you are a motivated Russell Group graduate who wants to gain meaningful school experience while helping young learners achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

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