Grad Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support company in South Tyneside is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support teachers in the classroom and engage with pupils. Ideal candidates should be graduates interested in teaching, capable of communication under pressure, and should hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS. This role offers practical experience, weekly pay, and free professional development training.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden costs

Free CPD including safeguarding, SEND and behaviour modules

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Graduates considering teacher training in the future.
• Experience in tutoring, coaching or mentoring.
• Ability to communicate clearly and remain calm under pressure.
• Warm, patient and proactive team player.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with lesson delivery.
• Guide pupils through tasks and activities.
• Encourage pupils to stay focused and confident.
• Assist with behaviour routines.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

If you're a graduate looking to gain practical experience working with young people, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role in South Tyneside could be a fantastic opportunity. Schools are looking for graduates who are enthusiastic, approachable and eager to learn on the job.

Your role in the classroom

You’ll support teachers with lesson delivery, guide pupils through tasks and help build a calm and positive learning environment. It’s a great route into teaching, mentoring or child development roles.

Your daily tasks as a Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Supporting individuals and small groups with their learning
• Helping teachers organise resources and classroom activities
• Encouraging pupils to stay focused and confident
• Assisting with behaviour routines
• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff

Who this Graduate role is ideal for

• Graduates considering teacher training in the future
• Individuals with experience in tutoring, coaching or mentoring
• Someone who communicates clearly and remains calm under pressure
• A warm, patient and proactive team player
• Applicants with an enhanced DBS or willingness to complete one

Why choose Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden costs
• Free CPD including safeguarding, SEND and behaviour modules
• A dedicated consultant who supports you throughout
• Referral bonuses
• Roles across primary, secondary and SEND schools

About Us

Protocol Education is part of the Supporting Education Group, providing graduates with access to excellent training, expert guidance and a community of professionals across the education sector. We partner with South Tyneside schools to place Graduate TAs who bring positivity, commitment and a willingness to grow.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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