Creative Arts Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a Creative Classroom Support Assistant (KS1) in Gateshead for a full-time, long-term role starting September 2026. The role focuses on supporting KS1 pupils with small-group work, using play-based learning, arts and crafts to keep learners engaged throughout the day.

Applicants with school-based experience or a passion for creative learning are encouraged. The position offers weekly pay at £100–£110 per day and potential for a longer-term placement through the

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a school setting preferred.
• Willingness to progress in the role and learn on the job.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to supporting KS1 learning.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups of pupils across KS1
• Deliver engaging activities using play-based learning, arts and crafts
• Encourage participation through creative and interactive approaches
• Adapt tasks to suit different learning styles and needs
• Work with the class teacher to bring lessons to life
• Help create a fun, inclusive and stimulating learning environment

Skills

Creativity

Child engagement

Teamwork

Play-based learning

Arts & crafts

Job description

Creative Classroom Support Assistant (KS1) – Full Time

Location: Gateshead
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term (full academic year)
Pay: £100–£110 per day (paid weekly)

About the Role

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a vibrant and welcoming primary school in Gateshead who are looking to appoint a creative and enthusiastic Classroom Support Assistant to join their team from September 2026. So long as you have experience of working with children, the school are happy to see people who aren't necessarily qualified but someone who is passionate, creative and willing to prgress in the role.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity working predominantly within Key Stage 1, supporting small groups of pupils throughout the school day. The school is keen to find someone who can bring energy, creativity, and fresh ideas into the classroom to help pupils engage with their learning in meaningful and exciting ways.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting small groups of pupils across KS1
• Delivering engaging activities using play-based learning, arts, and crafts
• Encouraging participation through creative and interactive approaches
• Adapting tasks to suit different learning styles and needs
• Working alongside the class teacher to bring lessons to life
• Helping to create a fun, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

What the School is Looking For

• A fun, outgoing, and energetic personality
• Confidence in thinking outside the box to engage pupils
• A passion for creative learning approaches
• Experience working with children (school-based experience desirable)
• A proactive attitude and willingness to try new ideas
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates (£100–£110)
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunity to secure a long-term role for the full academic year

If you are someone who loves getting stuck into creative activities and wants to make a real impact on how children experience learning, this could be the perfect role for you.

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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