Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Full Time – Immediate Start or September 2026

Salary: £23,500 - £25,000

Are you a recent or upcoming graduate looking to take their first steps into the world of education?

Do you have a passion for working with children and young people?

Have you got ambitions to inspire and support the journey of young learners through their primary school years?

We are looking to recruit a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant on behalf of an Outstanding primary school in the Sheffield area. This is a role suitable for recent or upcoming graduates within the education sector or with a passionate view to get started.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant:

• Full time role on a permanent contract – long-term temporary roles available
• Competitive salary
• Working within KS1 and KS2, providing in-class support, small-group work and 1:1 support to pupils
• Work with the class teacher to support lessons and reach objectives
• Be involved in the monitoring of progression and implementation of strategies
• Immediate start or September 2026 start both available

The ideal candidate:

• A graduate with a 2:1 degree or higher in a core subject or relevant field
• Experienced in working with children or young people – desirable but not essential
• Energetic personality with a real passion for education and helping our young learners to thrive
• Available to work full-time, Monday-Friday during term time
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

The Role:

This is an exciting position for recent graduates to find their first role in the education sector. This is a classroom-based role working directly with a class teacher. Graduate Teaching Assistants will have the opportunity to gain experience across the primary age range and work within a variety of classes and with a range of teachers and other experienced staff members.

The school:

We are hiring on behalf of an outstanding Sheffield primary school with an excellent track record in academic success. Pupils thrive here, with recent OFSTED reports commending the happiness and excellent behaviour of those that attend. Rated Good or Outstanding in all areas, this is a great opportunity for graduates looking for their first role in education.

Many graduate employees of the school have also gone on to teacher training and succeeded in becoming fully qualified primary teachers.

If you’re a recent or upcoming graduate looking for the opportunity to step into the education sector, then this Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role could be perfect for you.

If interested, send your CV and cover letter to James at KPI Education today.

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