Graduate Opportunities- Gateshead

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Gateshead
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Salary: £90–£100 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience and make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Gateshead from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, or other education-related professions.

You will play a key role in supporting pupils' academic progress, confidence, and wellbeing while working alongside experienced teaching staff in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small group settings.
Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
Help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.
Support students with varying learning needs to achieve their full potential.
Contribute to maintaining high standards of behaviour and pupil engagement.
Gain valuable hands-on experience within a school setting.

What We're Looking For   

A degree in any subject (Education-related degrees are advantageous but not essential).
A genuine interest in working with children and young people.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A positive, proactive, and professional approach.
The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Why Join Us?

Competitive daily rates.
Flexible working opportunities available.
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
Opportunities to work across a variety of schools and year groups.
Excellent experience for aspiring teachers and education professionals.
A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact every day.

Apply Today

If you're a graduate who is passionate about helping young people succeed and wants to gain valuable school-based experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.

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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