Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Manchester Primary School – Up to £550 per week – Full-Time

Do you have a 2:1 or higher degree and a passion for working with children?

Would you like to gain paid classroom experience in a primary school before pursuing teacher training?

Are you eager to make a real difference by supporting pupils’ learning, development, and confidence?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Manchester is looking to appoint a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate who wants to gain hands-on classroom experience and explore a future in education.

Click ‘Apply Now’ to register your interest in this Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role.

The Role – Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant:

As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, adapting to different age groups and learning levels. Your responsibilities will include working 1:1 with pupils, leading small intervention groups, and supporting the teacher with whole-class activities. You will play a vital role in helping children develop key literacy, numeracy, and social skills.

This Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role is ideal for graduates considering a PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training routes, as it offers direct experience in a supportive school environment.

What’s on Offer:

• Full-time, long-term Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role (Monday–Friday)
• Earn up to £550 per week
• Excellent CPD and training opportunities within the school
• Fantastic preparation for teacher training or educational psychology careers
• Supportive Manchester primary school with experienced staff mentoring you
• Placement starting September 2025 with scope for progression

Ideal Candidate – Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant:

• 2:1 degree or higher in any subject (core subjects desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about working with children and supporting learning
• Adaptable, resilient, and proactive in the classroom
• Experience in tutoring, youth work, or volunteering with children is helpful but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

This Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role in Manchester is a brilliant opportunity to inspire young learners and gain invaluable school-based experience.

Apply today to secure your place as a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant in Manchester this September.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – Manchester Primary School – Up to £550 per week

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