We are working directly with a welcoming and well-organised primary school in Gateshead that is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible. This school has a strong community feel, clear routines, and a calm learning environment. The role would suit someone who enjoys working with children and is looking to build experience within a school setting. The Role: Supporting the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities Working with small groups and individual pupils Assisting with behaviour support and engagement in learning Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom Supporting pupils’ wellbeing throughout the school day What’s Already in Place: Clear classroom routines and expectations Guidance and support from experienced teachers A friendly and supportive staff team Well-resourced classrooms Essential Requirements: A genuine interest in working with children Reliability and a positive attitude Ability to follow guidance and work as part of a team Desirable: Experience working with children (schools, nurseries, youth work, sports coaching, care, or similar) Benefits That Really Stand Out: Competitive daily pay, paid weekly FREE training (safeguarding, behaviour support, SEND awareness) Ongoing support from a dedicated Gateshead-based consultant Long-term opportunity with potential progression Apply now — this school is ready to welcome the right candidate immediately. 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.