Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – Stoke
Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate & September Starts Available
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience in a primary school setting?
Are you considering a career in teaching and keen to build your classroom confidence before progressing into teacher training?
A welcoming, inclusive, and community-focused primary school in Stoke is seeking a dedicated Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
What’s On Offer?
* Full-time, term-time only position (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm)
* Long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment
* Weekly pay of £500–£530
* Convenient Stoke location with good transport links
* Experience supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
* Excellent preparation for future teacher training and education careers
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
* Hold a 2:1 degree or above
* Have a degree in Education, Psychology, Child Development, English, Maths, or a related subject (desirable)
* Possess strong spoken English skills to support pupils, including those with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
* Demonstrate a positive, proactive, and nurturing attitude
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Be passionate about education, child development, and inclusive learning
* Have experience supporting children within EYFS and/or SEND settings (highly desirable)
* Be an aspiring teacher, educational psychologist, or SEN specialist
* Have the right to work in the UK
The Role
As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting both academic progress and pupil wellbeing. Responsibilities include:
* Supporting pupils with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and language development
* Delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions
* Assisting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
* Supporting learning in Early Years through structured and play-based activities
* Promoting positive social, emotional, and communication development
* Helping to maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
About the School
This vibrant primary school serves a diverse local community and is recognised for its strong inclusive ethos and child-centred approach.
The school is committed to:
* Providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for all learners
* Delivering effective support for pupils with additional needs through targeted interventions
* Encouraging children to become independent, resilient, and confident learners
* Offering a broad, creative, and engaging curriculum
Classrooms are well-resourced and designed to promote play-based learning, language development, and personalised support.
Support & Professional Development
This opportunity is ideal for aspiring teachers, particularly those interested in Early Years, SEND, or educational psychology pathways. You will benefit from:
* A collaborative and experienced teaching team
* Ongoing support from senior leaders and SEND professionals
* Access to training and professional development opportunities
* Exposure to a wide range of inclusive teaching and intervention strategies
This is an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience across primary education while developing the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in teaching, SEND support, or child development.
If you're ready to begin your journey as a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant in Stoke, apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.
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