Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Teesside
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time | Temp to Permanent
Salary: £90–£100 per day (dependent on experience)
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and a desire to make a real difference in the classroom? Whether you're considering a future in teaching or simply want to gain meaningful experience working with young people, Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic and driven individuals to join schools across Teesside as Graduate Teaching Assistants.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Supporting teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive lessons across a range of subjects.
* Working with students both in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to help them achieve their full potential.
* Helping to create a positive, encouraging classroom environment that inspires learning and development.
* Developing your own subject knowledge and teaching skills through hands-on classroom experience.
* Assisting with classroom management and promoting positive behaviour.
What We’re Looking For:
* A relevant degree (Education, Psychology, English, Science, Maths, etc. – all welcome).
* Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting is desirable but not essential.
* A strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in supporting young learners.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with staff and students alike.
* A current DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
* A commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism and behaviour in school.
What You’ll Get:
* Competitive daily pay: £90–£100, depending on experience.
* Opportunity for a temp-to-perm role – many of our graduates go on to teacher training!
* Ongoing support and guidance from your personal consultant at Teaching Personnel.
* Access to a wide variety of school settings to help build your confidence and expertise.
* Flexible working options tailored to your schedule and career goals.
Whether you're looking to gain experience before a PGCE or simply want to inspire the next generation, this role is the perfect springboard into the world of education.
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Ready to take the next step in your career?
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Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
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.
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