Graduate Teaching Assistant

Graduate Trainee Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for education and a desire to begin your teaching career?

We are looking for committed and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to join Teaching Personnel.

We partner with a wide range of Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools across the North East; however, for this role, we are specifically seeking candidates who can travel to Secondary schools in the Durham area.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in education before pursuing a PGCE or teacher training.

Responsibilities:
• Assisting the classroom teacher in delivering engaging and interactive lessons
• Supporting behaviour management and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Providing tailored one-on-one support to students when required
• Assisting with administrative tasks and classroom preparation

Requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree in any subject
• A strong interest in working with young people and supporting their education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in a team
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development

Benefits:
• Competitive daily rates with weekly pay
• Gain valuable experience within the education sector
• Opportunities to work across different school environments
• Support and mentorship from experienced education professionals

If you are ready to take the first step toward becoming a Teaching Assistant and making a real difference in students’ learning, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing your motivation for the role.

Please note that all applicants will be required to undergo relevant safeguarding checks.

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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