Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £500 to £550 per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | WD17 1AB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | JAGPTAWAT13/6-30266 |
Summary
Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – Watford, Hertfordshire
Location: Watford (WD17/WD18)
Pay: £500–£550 per week
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier start available)
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Term-Time Only
Launch Your Education Career in a Supportive School Setting - Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
Have you recently graduated and want to build meaningful experience in a classroom before pursuing teacher training or a career in education or child psychology? A welcoming primary school in Watford is offering the perfect opportunity to get started.
This full-time role as a Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant offers hands-on classroom experience, mentorship from experienced educators, and the chance to make a direct impact on pupils’ learning and wellbeing.
What You’ll Be Doing: Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
Working closely with class teachers and SEN staff, you’ll provide both academic and emotional support for pupils in EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. Your duties will include:
• Supporting children during lessons and assisting with day-to-day classroom activities
• Leading short group tasks and 1:1 interventions in subjects like phonics, literacy, and numeracy
• Helping to implement positive behaviour strategies and learning routines
• Providing tailored support to pupils with additional needs, such as SEN or EAL
• Collaborating with staff to prepare and adapt learning materials
• Encouraging pupil confidence, independence, and engagement in learning
About You: Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
We’re keen to hear from graduates who are: Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
• Educated to degree level (2:1 or higher preferred) – Psychology, Education, English, or related subjects are desirable
• Passionate about child development and inclusive education
• Excellent communicators with a proactive and empathetic attitude
• Confident working with young people in a school or similar environment (volunteering, mentoring, youth work, etc.)
• Considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, or therapy
What the School Offers: Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
This forward-thinking Watford school is committed to nurturing both its pupils and its staff. As part of their team, you’ll benefit from:
• Weekly pay up to £550 – direct via PAYE
• A structured and supportive school environment
• Access to internal training and CPD opportunities
• Great experience ahead of PGCE, Schools Direct, or MA Education pathways
• Convenient access to public transport links (Metropolitan Line & National Rail)
Apply Now – Graduate Teaching Assistant – Watford - Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
Keen to build your classroom confidence while helping children thrive? Don’t miss this chance to gain essential school-based experience. Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant
Apply today by sending your CV to James at KPi Education. Trial days and interviews are currently being scheduled for September 2025 roles.
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