Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Leeds
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Temp-to-Perm)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2026
Pay: From £92.60 per day

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education?

NextGen Teachers are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Leeds seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, SEN professionals, social workers, or anyone looking to build a career supporting children and young people.

You'll work across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with their learning, development, and engagement. There may also be opportunities to support children within the school's SEN provision, gaining valuable experience working alongside experienced specialists.

The Role

• Support pupils across KS1 and KS2 in the classroom
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions
• Assist teachers with lessons and classroom activities
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and positive learning behaviours
• Support children with additional needs when required
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

About You

• A graduate in a relevant subject such as Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies, English, Maths, Sociology, Criminology, Sports Coaching, or similar
• Interested in a future career in education or child-focused services
• Confident, proactive, and enthusiastic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential

What's on Offer?

• Valuable classroom experience within a supportive primary school
• Exposure to both mainstream and SEN settings
• Ongoing support from NextGen Teachers
• Potential for a permanent position
• An excellent stepping stone towards teacher training or other child-centred careers

To apply, please send your CV to charlotte@nextgenteachers.co.uk or apply directly today.

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