Looking for paid work that fits around your lectures and deadlines? This supportive Gateshead primary school is offering a flexible Early Years Teaching Assistant role within Nursery or Reception. No previous experience is necessary — the school will provide clear guidance and support to help you succeed. Choose the days that work for you and gain hands-on experience in a structured classroom environment. Your Responsibilities Supporting young children during learning activities Assisting with phonics and early development Helping manage routines and transitions Encouraging positive behaviour Preparing classroom materials Working closely with experienced teachers What You’ll Gain Weekly pay Flexible hours Full on-the-job training Experience working in a primary school Strong professional references Confidence working with children Ideal Candidate Reliable and enthusiastic Interested in education or childcare Looking for flexible work around studying Positive and patient Why This Is a Great Opportunity No prior experience required Earn while studying Choose your working days Build valuable transferable skills Potential long-term opportunities Apply today to begin your Early Years Teaching Assistant journey in Gateshead. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.