Graduate Year 6 Teaching Assistant – Iver Village, Buckinghamshire
Pay: £90 – £100 per day (PAYE) – No umbrella companies
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Full-time | Long-term role
Graduates Welcome to Apply

Ortus Recruitment is seeking ambitious and motivated university graduates to work as a Year 6 Teaching Assistant in a welcoming 2-form entry primary school located in Iver Village, Buckinghamshire.

This role is ideal for graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, child development, or PGCE/teacher training. If you are looking to gain hands-on classroom experience before pursuing further study, this opportunity will provide valuable exposure in a Year 6 setting, supporting pupils preparing for SATs and secondary school transition.

About the School:

This is a friendly and well-supported 2-form entry primary school with a close-knit and collaborative staffing team. The school is situated in the heart of Iver Village, with charming local cafés, shops, and restaurants just a short walk away. There is convenient on-site parking available for staff.

The school prides itself on fostering a positive learning environment where staff work closely together to support pupil progress and wellbeing.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teaching and learning within a Year 6 classroom
• Assist with SATs preparation (Maths, English, SPaG, Reading)
• Deliver small group interventions
• Provide targeted 1:1 support where required
• Help raise attainment and boost pupil confidence
• Support classroom behaviour and engagement
• Work closely with the class teacher and SEN staff

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop skills in lesson support, behaviour management, differentiation, and academic intervention strategies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

We are specifically encouraging recent graduates to apply, particularly those with degrees in:

• Education Studies
• Psychology
• English
• Maths
• Humanities
• Childhood or Youth Studies
• Sports Science

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree (2:2 or above preferred)
• Be passionate about working with children
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be proactive, reliable, and enthusiastic
• Have experience with children (tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work – desirable but not essential)

Why Apply?

• Weekly PAYE pay – No umbrella deductions
• Excellent experience for PGCE or teacher training applications
• Opportunity to secure a permanent school contract
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Build classroom experience in a supportive, close-knit primary school

If you are a graduate looking to gain meaningful school-based experience as a Year 6 Teaching Assistant in Iver Village, Buckinghamshire, apply today to kickstart your career in education.

Graduate Year 6 Teaching Assistant – Iver Village, Buckinghamshire