You know that feeling when you’ve helped someone and it actually sticks with you? That’s this job, every single day.
We’re recruiting Graduate SEND Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Gateshead. If you’ve been searching for graduate jobs in schools, comparing Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, or exploring SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this role gives you purpose as well as experience.
Schools aren’t looking for perfection. They’re looking for people who care, who show up, and who can build real relationships with children who need it most.
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Term-time only
What your day will really look like:
You’ll be right in the middle of classroom life.
• Supporting lessons across subjects, from phonics to maths
• Sitting alongside a pupil who needs extra guidance
• Helping children stay focused when distractions creep in
• Using patience and consistency to support behaviour
• Turning small breakthroughs into big confidence boosts
• Being part of a team that genuinely supports each other
You’ll quickly realise you’re not “just a Teaching Assistant”, you’re the person that helps hold the day together.
What makes you a great fit:
• You’re a graduate exploring education or child-focused careers
• You’re approachable, positive, and reliable
• You build trust easily and communicate well
• You’re ready to learn and get stuck in
Why Protocol Education?
• Weekly PAYE pay, no hidden deductions
• Free CPD training to build confidence and skills
• Ongoing support from a consultant who knows your goals
• Flexible placements in Gateshead schools
• Opportunities to move into teaching or long-term SEND roles
• A chance to feel valued, not just placed
If you’re looking for graduate jobs in schools or meaningful Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, this is one of the most rewarding SEND support jobs in Gateshead out there.
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.
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