Job Description

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant| Role based in Maidstone, ME16 | Earn up to 600 per week| Role starting in September
Before you apply for this Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant Role, please consider the following...
Have you recently graduated from a top-30 university with a 1st or 2:1 in Education Studies, Psychology, English, or a related subject and do you dream of using your degree to inspire young minds in the primary classroom?
Are you the sort of person who sees this role not as a "filler job," but as a stepping stone to a meaningful career in education?
Do you have experience working with little learners in a primary setting, and if not, do you bring enough sparkle to learn quickly?
If you answered yes, keep reading this Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role could be a perfect fit!
Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant: About the School
This learning community is a vibrant and nurturing school located in the heart of Ashford's exciting new Garden City development. As part of a dynamic Academy Trust, they are proud to offer their children a warm, inspiring, and inclusive learning environment.
The school is filled with curious pupils who want to learn, and a staff team who are genuinely committed to developing every child's potential.
Now, they're looking for a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant who shares their vision, someone ready to grow, contribute, and light up the learning journey alongside them.
Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant: Candidate Specification
We're on the lookout for a special Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant who has:

• Graduated with a 2:1 or above in Education, Psychology, English, STEM or related subject form a top-30 leading University
• Holds a genuine passion for working with children in a primary setting
• As a Graduate Teaching Assistant you must have a calm, caring and resilient nature
• Previous experience with children (in schools, tutoring, childcare or mentoring) is desirable but not essential
• A Long- term interest in working in the education or child development sector

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant: Your Daily Role
As a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you'll be at the heart of their school day, helping children feel confide3nt, cared for, and ready to learn. Your typical day will include:

• Supporting children one-to-one or in small groups with reading, writing, maths and other key skills
• Assisting the class teacher during lessons - managing classroom routines and helping to maintain a positive, focused learning environment
• Offering extra support to children with additional learning needs or those who need a confidence boost
• Helping with behaviour management and emotional regulation in a calm, patient manner
• Creating a safe, encouraging space where every child feels heard, understood, and celebrated
• Getting stuck into activities, trips, and all the joyful little moments that make primary education so magical

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant: Why Join this School
You'll be welcomed into a warm, inclusive staff team that genuinely cares about your journey. They believe in nurturing potential - whether you're exploring the idea of becoming a teacher, developing an interest in SEND, or simply passionate about helping children succeed.
Through their strong partnership with an Academy Trust, you'll have access to unrivalled CPD opportunities and a clear path to grow professionally.
Their pupils are curious, enthusiastic, and eager to learn - and they encourage their staff to match that energy with creativity and ambition. During your time as a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you won't just support learning; you'll shape futures.
This isn't just a job - it's a meaningful step towards a career in education, psychology, or beyond. So, if you're ready to dream big, give your best, and make a real difference, they will love to welcome you into their community.
If you're ready to bring your passion, patience and positivity into the classroom, they can't wait to meet you.
Apply now to become their next Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant and start your story with them!
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