Graduate Teaching Assistant

A welcoming and ambitious mainstream primary school in Slough is seeking a motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. The Graduate Teaching Assistant will work alongside experienced teachers, supporting pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. Responsibilities include supporting pupils during lessons, delivering targeted interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics, working with individual pupils and small groups, supporting pupils with SEND, assisting teachers with lesson preparation, promoting positive behaviour, and building positive relationships. The school offers excellent training, mentoring, and professional development, with clear progression towards a career in education. This full-time role starts immediately or in September 2026.

Responsibilities

Supporting pupils during lessons across the primary curriculum; Delivering targeted interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics; Working with individual pupils and small groups to accelerate progress; Supporting pupils with a range of learning abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEND); Assisting teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and learning resources; Promoting positive behaviour and pupil engagement; Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues; Helping children develop confidence, independence, resilience, and a love of learning

Requirements

A 2:1 degree or above from a UK university; Strong academic credentials; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; A genuine passion for education and child development; A proactive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude; The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff

Nice to have

Russell Group graduates strongly encouraged to apply; Previous experience working with children through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work, childcare, volunteering, sports coaching, or schools is desirable but not essential

Benefits

Full-time role starting immediately or in September 2026; Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent contract; Excellent training, mentoring, and professional development; Clear internal progression into teacher training; Ideal preparation for PGCE, School Direct, and Teacher Apprenticeship routes; Gain valuable classroom experience across EYFS, KS1, and KS2; Work alongside experienced teachers and senior leaders; Join a school committed to developing future education professionals