Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant in Oldham, North West

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent graduate eager to kickstart a rewarding career in primary education?
Perhaps you are considering pursuing a PGCE but would like to build your confidence first by gaining relevant experience in a primary school.
Would you love to support the development of local children while gaining hands-on experience that supports your long-term career goals?

We are seeking a passionate graduate to join this exciting and successful primary school in Oldham. The school is built on “three pillars” that sit at the heart of everything they do, ensuring pupils make excellent progress and are fully prepared for future success.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant: The Role

The Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant will work within an EYFS, KS1, or KS2 classroom alongside the class teacher, supporting pupils to progress across a range of subject areas.

You will play a pivotal role in boosting pupils’ confidence, ensuring individual needs are met, and helping to create an inclusive, positive learning environment where every child can thrive.

This role is ideal for aspiring primary teachers, educational psychologists, or child psychologists who are seeking valuable experience before progressing onto a PGCE or further professional training.

Location: Oldham, OL9 6AA
Salary: £480–£560 per week (paid weekly)
Working Days: Monday–Friday
Working Hours: 8:00am–3:30pm
Position: Long-term, until the end of the academic year (July 2026)

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work in an exceptional primary school in Oldham
• Excellent experience for teacher training applications or child-related Master’s courses
• Convenient location with strong public transport links
• Become a valued, full-time member of a supportive school team
• Ongoing CPD and tailored mentorship

Ideal Candidate – Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

• A degree in any subject area; Education, Psychology, Early Years, Early Childhood, or other Social Sciences are desirable but not essential
• Enthusiastic about supporting children’s learning and development
• A strong communicator with a patient and empathetic nature
• Professional, committed, and proactive
• Must have the right to work in the UK

All schools we work with have excellent public transport links, with some also offering staff car parking.

Step into a role that will rapidly develop your skills as you begin to shape a career working with children in education, healthcare, or social services.

Apply today for this Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role in Oldham.

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant – Oldham (OL9 6AA)

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