Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent graduate who has a variety of experience in working with children?

Are you thinking about applying for Teacher Training in 2025 and would benefit from paid work experience in a superb Leeds primary school?

If so, this is the perfect opportunity for a talented graduate to work in one of the best primary schools in Leeds.

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant – Benefits

• Earn up to £500 per week
• Starting as soon as possible
• Gain invaluable experience in a school setting
• Easily accessible from across the city centre
• Access to multiple CPD courses
• Work Monday-Friday sociable hours
• Long-term placement for the remaining academic year
• Perfect experience for a future teacher

This role would be perfect for a recent graduate who is looking to begin their career in teaching. Previous school based experience is desirable, although you may have acquired skills working with children in other environments (coaching etc) which will transfer into a school environment. Strong communication, self-motivation and resilience is key to this role! You must have a degree with a good academic background and a genuine passion for education.

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant – The Role

You will be working in the Early Years department, supporting classes in this new and forward thinking school. You may also be required to assist across the whole school on occasion. The school follows an innovative and child-centred curriculum that will grow with the pupils. You will work under the guidance of the phase leader and help to plan and deliver exciting activities. This role starts ASAP and runs for the whole academic year, giving you valuable experience prior to applying for a PGCE.

About the School

This popular primary school is two form entry. The innovative school is making fantastic progress and you will have the opportunity to work with the inspirational Headteacher who is heavily involved in teacher training programmes. Help is always at hand in this school. You will join a team of teachers who are committed to providing an inclusive education for all. The school are part of an alliance of training schools. This means you may have the opportunity to apply for their School Direct Teacher Training in 2025.

If you hold a degree, and think this might be the perfect opportunity for you, please send your CV to Michaela at i-teachers ASAP or call the office for a friendly chat.