Imagine finishing your day knowing you’ve genuinely helped a child feel more confident. We’re looking for Graduate Teaching Assistants to support SEND pupils in primary schools across Gateshead. If you’re searching for graduate jobs in schools, Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, or rewarding SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this role offers the perfect mix of purpose and progression. Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Contract: Term-time only What your day will really look like: • Supporting the teacher in delivering engaging lessons • Working closely with pupils who need extra support • Helping children understand tasks and stay on track • Encouraging independence and confidence • Supporting emotional wellbeing throughout the day • Being part of a positive, welcoming school environment What you’ll bring: • A degree and an interest in working with children • A calm, supportive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A genuine passion for education Why Protocol Education? • Weekly PAYE pay • Free CPD training • Access to a wide network of schools • Career pathways into teaching • Personalised support from a dedicated consultant If you’re looking for graduate jobs in schools, exploring Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead, or starting out in SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this is a role where you’ll grow quickly and feel the impact every day. 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