Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant


Company:	KPI RECRUITING LTD
Salary:	£550 to £650 a week
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WA9 1TT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	9 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

ASAP start | £550-

£600 per week | Full-time, long-term |

St Helens

Are you a high-achieving graduate considering a career in teaching, educational/behavioural

psychology, child development or SEND? Would you like to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive and inclusive London primary school?

KPI is working with a Wembley-based primary school to appoint a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS1 and KS2. The school will consider your academic background, experience and individual strengths when deciding the most suitable placement.

We are particularly interested in Russell Group graduates with a First-Class or 2:1 degree. Psychology, education studies and other relevant degrees are especially desirable. Previous tutoring, mentoring or primary/secondary school experience is highly valued.

The Role

As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils academically, socially and pastorally.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting teaching and learning across KS1 and KS2

Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning

Delivering targeted interventions in English and mathematics

Supporting reading, writing, vocabulary and numeracy development

Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs

Applying knowledge of psychology, education or child development

Preparing resources and assisting with lesson

organisation

Encouraging positive

behaviour

, confidence and independence

Monitoring pupil progress and sharing observations with teachers

Supporting enrichment activities, trips and wider school life

Contributing to a safe, inclusive and purposeful learning environment

About You

The ideal candidate will:

Have a First-Class or 2:1 degree, ideally from a Russell Group university

Ideally hold a degree in psychology, education studies or a related subject

Have previous primary/secondary school, tutoring or mentoring experience

Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Be confident, patient, empathetic and enthusiastic

organised

, proactive and reliable

Work effectively as part of a team

Have a genuine interest in children's learning and development

Be interested in teacher training, educational psychology, SEND or a related career

Be committed to safeguarding and pupil welfare

Be available full-time for a long-term position

What the Role Offers

£550-£600 per week

Flexible placement in Year 3 or Year 5

Valuable experience in a London primary school

Support from experienced teachers and senior leaders

Development of classroom management and intervention skills

Excellent preparation for teacher training or a career in education

The opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting

The chance to make a meaningful difference to children's learning and development

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, academically strong Russell Group graduate looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before pursuing a career in education.

Apply through KPI Education today to be considered for this Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant position.

KPI Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

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