Step Into the Classroom: From Childcare to Classroom Assistant
Location: Primary Schools Across Newcastle
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time & Part-time roles available
Are you ready to take your passion for childcare to the next level? Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic individuals with a background in childcare who are eager to transfer their skills into a classroom environment.
We have multiple opportunities available across primary schools in Newcastle, starting this September. If you're someone who thrives on taking initiative, loves working with children, and doesn’t wait to be told what to do — we want to hear from you!
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What we’re looking for:
* Experience in childcare (nurseries, playgroups, after-school clubs, or similar)
* A natural self-starter who shows initiative and confidence in supporting children
* Passion for education and helping young learners thrive
* Willingness to learn and grow into a teaching assistant role
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
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In return, we offer:
* A clear route into education – perfect if you’re considering teacher training in future
* Support and guidance from your personal consultant
* Opportunities for ongoing CPD and accredited training
* Access to a wide network of welcoming primary schools across Newcastle
* Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle
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Apply today and take the first step from childcare to classroom!
Join Teaching Personnel and become part of a team that's passionate about shaping young lives.
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.
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