KS2 Teaching Assistant

KS2 Graduate Teaching Assistant
 
Are you a graduate looking to gain experience in a primary school environment, prior to starting a teacher training course in September 2025?
 
Could you utilise your skills and help the attainment levels of under-achieving pupils in KS2
 
Job Title:                          KS2 Graduate Teaching Assistant
School Type:                   ‘Outstanding’ 2 form-entry primary school
Pay:                                  £71 - £81 per day
Contract:                          September 2024 – July 2025
Location:                          Wolverhampton
Brief:                                1:1 and small group support in KS2
 
The Role
As a KS2 Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the teaching staff and pupils across various classes, within KS2. Working closely with the experienced teachers, you will assist in the planning and delivery of engaging lessons, tailored to meet the individual needs of the schools’ diverse pupils. Your key responsibilities will include:
 

• Providing one-on-one or small group support to students who may need additional help with their learning.
• Assisting in the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources.
• Supporting classroom management and ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Helping to conduct assessments and providing valuable feedback on student progress.
• Contributing to extracurricular activities and school events that enrich the students' educational experience.

 
 
The Candidate

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in any relevant field (e.g., Education, Child Development, Psychology, English, Mathematics, etc.).
• A genuine passion for education and a desire to work with young children.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude to contribute effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Prior experience working with children or in a school setting is advantageous but not mandatory.

 
The School
The school is a well-established and highly regarded institution located near central Wolverhampton. They are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every child can reach their full potential. The schools dedicated team of educators is passionate about fostering a love for learning and promoting academic excellence, as well as supporting the social and emotional growth of our students.
 
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the level of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.