Job Description
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant
Start date: May 2026 or sooner!
Location: Newcastle (Accessible by public transport!)
Contract: Full time, Temp to Permanent
Salary: £90-110 a day (Dependent on experience)
Have you just graduated and looking to support and inspire children with a love for education? Then look no further! Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant who can work closely with staff and students, whilst allowing them to gain first-hand classroom experience in schools across Newcastle and continue to expand their knowledge.
What this role will entail:
* Creating a motivating and accepting classroom environment that encourages growth and passion
* Providing both group and 1:1 support with students
* Collaborating with teachers to give the best possible support
* Applying and improving subject knowledge during your time in the classroom
What the ideal candidate looks like:
* A relevant degree, or equivalent (a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred but not essential)
* Previous experience in the classroom/supporting students (desirable but not essential)
* DBS check (or willing to apply)
* Ability to work as a collective and collaborate in a professional setting
* Strong communication skills
* Maintain high standards of classroom management and student behaviour
Why apply with Teaching Personnel?
* Flexible working options (full-time, part-time)
* Support offered from a team of dedicated educator consultants
* A range of schools available to join
Are you interested? Apply now and join Teaching Personnel today!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.