Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – Stoke-on-Trent

Full-Time | Long-Term Position | September 2026 Start

Salary: £500–£560 per week (£100–£115 per day)

Looking to turn your degree into a career working with children?

If you've recently graduated and are considering a career in primary education, this could be an excellent opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience before taking your next step.

A friendly and supportive primary school in Stoke-on-Trent (ST5 8JN) is seeking a motivated Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This role is ideal for graduates who want to understand what it's really like to work in a primary school. You'll spend your days supporting pupils, working alongside experienced teachers and helping children overcome challenges and achieve their potential.

Your degree subject doesn't matter — graduates from all disciplines are welcome. Whether you've studied Psychology, Sport, English, History, Business, Science, Languages or something completely different, we'd be keen to hear from you.

We also welcome graduates with a First, 2:1 or 2:2 degree.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This isn't simply a classroom support role. It's an opportunity to build experience that can help shape your future career in education. You'll benefit from:

• A full-time Monday–Friday position, 8:30am–3:30pm
• Term-time working
• £500–£560 per week (£100–£115 per day)
• A long-term opportunity within a supportive primary school
• Guidance and mentoring from experienced teachers
• Practical experience working with primary-aged children
• Opportunities to support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Experience working with pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• The opportunity to see different teaching approaches in practice
• Valuable experience for future PGCE, SCITT, School Direct and other teacher training applications
• A supportive team environment where you can develop professionally
• A convenient Stoke-on-Trent (ST5 8JN) location

Your Role in the Classroom

Every day will be different. You'll become an important member of the school team, helping teachers provide the support pupils need to succeed.

You could be involved in:

• Supporting learning activities across the primary curriculum
• Working with individual pupils who need additional encouragement or support
• Running or assisting with small-group interventions
• Helping children with reading, writing, maths and wider learning
• Supporting pupils with SEND and adapting activities to meet their needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping children develop independence
• Providing reassurance and encouragement to pupils who lack confidence
• Preparing classroom materials and assisting teachers with daily activities
• Helping maintain an organised and positive classroom environment
• Developing strong relationships with pupils and becoming a trusted member of the school team

Could You Be the Right Fit?

We're interested in graduates who are enthusiastic, reliable and genuinely interested in working with children.

You don't need to have studied Education or have previous classroom experience.

We're looking for someone who has:

• A First, 2:1 or 2:2 degree
• A degree in any subject
• A genuine interest in working with primary-aged children
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• The ability to build rapport with children
• A willingness to take advice and learn from experienced teachers
• The ambition to develop a career in education
• The right to work in the UK on a full-time basis

Previous experience working with children is welcomed but is not essential.

What matters most is your attitude, reliability and willingness to get involved.

Gain Experience. Build Confidence. Start Your Career.

For many graduates, getting into education can be difficult without classroom experience. This role gives you the opportunity to get through the school gates, gain practical experience and discover whether a career in primary education is right for you.

You'll have the chance to observe experienced teachers, work directly with pupils and develop skills that will strengthen future applications for teacher training and other education-based careers.

If you're ready to take your first step into a primary school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for the Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant position in Stoke-on-Trent, starting September 2026.

Alternatively, contact Marvin at KPI Education on 0161 694 9757 for more information.

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (ST5 8JN)

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