Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Full-Time | Long-Term Role | September 2026 Start
Salary: £500 - £560 per week

Have you ever wondered how much of a difference one positive role model can make to a child's confidence, happiness, and love of learning?

Are you a high-achieving graduate looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching or educational psychology?

Would you thrive in a nurturing primary school where every day brings the opportunity to inspire, encourage, and support young learners during the most important stages of their education?

KPi Education are currently working alongside a highly regarded primary school in St Helens to recruit a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant for a long-term role starting in September 2026.

This opportunity is ideal for a graduate who is passionate about education and eager to gain invaluable school-based experience before progressing into teacher training or a wider career within education.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – The Role

As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced class teachers to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Delivering targeted literacy and numeracy interventions
• Providing classroom support during lessons and activities
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and learning resources
• Supporting children with additional learning needs where required

This is a highly rewarding role where you will quickly become an important part of school life and make a genuine impact on pupils' academic progress and personal development.

Who We're Looking For

We are particularly keen to hear from graduates who have achieved a 2:1 degree or above in:

• Core Subjects (English, Maths or Science)
• Psychology
• Educational Studies
• Other related academic subjects

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A genuine passion for working with children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach
• A desire to pursue a career within education

Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.

About the School

This welcoming St Helens primary school has built a strong reputation within the local community for its caring ethos, inclusive values, and commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed. Staff place great importance on developing the whole child, creating an environment where academic achievement sits alongside personal growth, wellbeing, and character development.

The school prides itself on fostering strong relationships between pupils, families, and staff, resulting in a warm and positive atmosphere throughout the school. Learning is enriched through a broad and engaging curriculum that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

For an aspiring teacher, this represents an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and highly respected primary school environment.

Click Apply and send your CV to James at KPi Education today.

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