Jobs, fresher vacancy - Graduate Teaching Assistant • West Midlands

Company: Graduate Network

West Midlands

Graduate Teaching Assistant Ready to specialise in Year 6 support and see rapid progress?Help pupils tighten core knowledge and sharpen exam craft ahead of SATs. *** Graduate Teaching Assistant *** Immediate start until July 2026 *** £90 - £105 per day *** ‘Good’ primary school, Ward of Selly Oak *** 1:1 and small group intervention support across Yr6 What you’ll do: Run short, well-structured intervention blocks in reading, writing and maths. Pre-teach upcoming content, revisit sticky knowledge with retrieval practice, and model answer planning and timing. Provide 1:1 catch-up, guide small groups, set up lean resources, and capture crisp notes so next steps are clear for the class teacher. Who you are: A graduate who explains ideas cleanly, keeps sessions purposeful, and notices misconceptions early. You’re organised, responsive to feedback, and steady under time pressure. RequirementsDegree – A 2:2 or above in a creative subject.Communication – Clear, confident written and verbal skills.Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.Desire to work in education/with children – Strong interest in KS2 progress and fair access.Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential. The School: This ‘Good’ Selly Oak primary is two-form entry with calm, predictable routines and a clear focus on outcomes for Year 6. Reading is prioritised through daily guided reading and vocabulary work; maths is sequenced in small steps with frequent retrieval and consistent methods across classes. Year teams co-plan and share model texts, worked examples and past-paper item banks, so intervention dovetails with whole-class teaching. You’ll receive a structured induction, access to ready-made intervention packs, weekly bite-size CPD and coaching drop-ins with precise, usable targets—giving you the conditions to show impact quickly and build a strong portfolio for initial teacher training. How to Apply Send your CV, noting your availability and DBS status (include two referees if possible). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief phone screen and an in-school observation. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.