Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds, LS11

Pay: £500-£560 per week

Contract: Full-time, term-time

Sector: Education

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience within a primary school setting? Do you have a passion for education and a genuine desire to support children's learning, development and wellbeing?

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Primary School Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology or a related education profession.

Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will play an important role in helping pupils access the curriculum, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across the primary curriculum.

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils who require additional assistance with their learning.

• Help children develop their literacy, numeracy, communication and social skills.

• Adapt support to meet individual learning needs and encourage positive pupil engagement.

• Promote positive behaviour, classroom participation and a safe, supportive learning environment.

• Assist with preparing classroom resources and learning activities.

• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing, independence and confidence throughout the school day.

• Follow school policies relating to safeguarding, behaviour management, health and safety, and confidentiality.

• A recent graduate or degree-qualified candidate with an interest in primary education.

• Passionate about supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.

• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.

• Patient, adaptable and able to build positive relationships with children.

• Proactive, reliable and willing to learn from experienced education professionals.

• Able to work effectively as part of a team while using initiative when required.

• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.

• Competitive weekly pay of £500-£560, subject to experience, hours and placement arrangements.

• Gain hands-on experience in a primary school environment.

• Develop transferable skills for future teacher training or careers within education.

• Work alongside experienced education professionals.

• Make a meaningful difference to children's educational progress and confidence.