*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)var(thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(header-height)min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-69fc4443-dc28-83eb-bdc9-cdfbaad94602-1" data-turn-id-container="request-69fc4443-dc28-83eb-bdc9-cdfbaad94602-1" data-testid="conversation-turn-94" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> • Graduate Teaching Assistant • Primary School • Slough • Full-time • Immediate or September Start A welcoming and supportive primary school in Slough is looking to appoint a motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational professionals, or graduates looking to gain valuable classroom experience within a primary school setting. The school is particularly interested in graduates who have achieved a 2:1 or above in their degree, and Russell Group graduates are strongly encouraged to apply. The Role As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across the primary age range through a combination of classroom support, targeted interventions, and small group work. You will work closely with class teachers and support staff to help create an engaging and positive learning environment where all pupils can thrive. Your responsibilities may include: • Supporting pupils during lessons across a range of subjects • Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning • Supporting children with varying learning abilities and additional needs • Assisting with classroom preparation and behaviour management • Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and engagement within lessons This role is ideal for graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or wider education-based professions. The ideal candidate will: • Hold a degree with a 2:1 classification or above • Russell Group graduates are encouraged to apply • Have been educated through the UK education system or possess a strong understanding of the UK primary curriculum • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Be proactive, enthusiastic, and adaptable • Have a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development The School This inclusive and community-focused primary school in Slough prides itself on creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for pupils and staff alike. The school has a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development, and inclusion, ensuring all children are supported to achieve their full potential. Staff benefit from a collaborative and welcoming team, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for training and professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates looking to gain meaningful experience within education before progressing into further training or long-term careers within schools. If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV. We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.