Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant – St Albans, Hertfordshire

 Location: St Albans (AL1 / AL3 / AL4)
 Daily Rate: £100–£110 (PAYE – no umbrella fees)
 Contract: Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Term-Time Only
 Start Dates: Full-time start from September 2025

A Perfect First Step into Teaching - Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

Are you a graduate seeking classroom experience before pursuing teacher training or educational psychology?
A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in St Albans is offering an excellent opportunity for graduates to gain valuable school-based experience through a Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant role.

This is part of our graduate pathway designed to prepare future educators through immersive, supported, and meaningful work within the classroom.

 What’s on Offer - Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Full-time paid role during school hours (term-time only)
• Learn from experienced educators and SEND specialists
• Fast-tracked access to SCITT, PGCE, or School Direct training routes
• Paid trial and introduction days available this term
• DBS check covered by the school (free of charge)
• Free training and CPD opportunities across the year

Role Overview – Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate TA, you will be working directly with pupils in the classroom, helping them reach their learning potential through:

• Delivering 1:1 and small group support sessions
• Encouraging pupil engagement and helping to manage routines and transitions
• Assisting with phonics, early literacy, numeracy and topic-based learning
• Supporting children with additional needs (SEN, EAL or behavioural)
• Collaborating with teachers to prepare resources and track progress

✅ Who Should Apply? - Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

We’re looking for graduates who are:

• Educated to degree level (2:1 or higher is ideal)
• Enthusiastic about working with children and considering a long-term role in education
• Confident, reliable and proactive in supporting learning
• Familiar with UK primary school settings (or open to learning quickly)
• Experience with children – tutoring, coaching, mentoring or volunteering – is a big plus

📩 How to Apply -  Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role in St Albans is a fantastic opportunity to explore teaching as a career in a supportive and well-regarded school.

If you're a recent graduate ready to inspire the next generation and gain firsthand classroom experience, click "Apply Now" or contact James at KPi Education to learn more and book in - Primary Graduate Teaching Assistant

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