Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed recruitment firm is seeking a Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Newcastle. The role offers a weekly pay of £500–£550, ideal for graduates ready to support children's learning and development in their early years. Candidates should hold a degree at 2:1 or above, ideally in Early Childhood Studies or Primary Education. Exciting opportunities for training and preparation for future teaching routes are provided, creating an excellent foundation for a career in education.

Benefits

Ongoing training and mentoring

Weekly pay of £500–£550

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Graduate with a degree relevant to Early Years Education.
• Enthusiastic and nurturing approach towards education.
• Previous experience with young children is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning through play-based and structured activities.
• Assist class teachers with daily routines.
• Help create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Passion for supporting early learning and development

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Degree at 2:1 or above

Early Childhood Studies or Primary Education degrees

Job description

Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant – Newcastle Primary School – £500–£550 per week – Full-Time

Are you a graduate of Early Childhood Studies (or similar) with a passion for Education and Child Development? Do you want hands‑on experience supporting children in their earliest years of education? Are you considering a future career in Primary Teaching, Early Years Education, or Child Psychology?

A welcoming and nurturing primary school in Newcastle is seeking a Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their Early Years team. This full‑time role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical classroom experience while supporting children during a vital stage of their development.

The Role – Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will work within Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and early Key Stage 1 settings, supporting children’s learning through play‑based and structured activities. You will assist class teachers with daily routines, deliver targeted support to small groups and individual pupils, and help create a safe, engaging learning environment.

You will support children’s development across key areas including communication and language, early literacy and numeracy, social skills, and emotional wellbeing. This role places a strong emphasis on nurturing confidence, independence, and curiosity in young learners.

This role is particularly well suited to graduates with a background in Early Childhood Studies or Primary Education, though other relevant degrees will also be considered.

What’s on Offer

• Full‑time, long‑term Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant role
• Weekly pay of £500–£550
• Supportive Newcastle primary school with a strong Early Years provision
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced Early Years practitioners
• Fantastic preparation for PGCE, School Direct, or EYFS teaching routes
• Opportunity to gain experience across EYFS and KS1

Ideal Candidate – Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

• Degree at 2:1 or above
• Early Childhood Studies or Primary Education degrees highly desirable
• Passion for supporting early learning and development
• Patient, enthusiastic, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Previous experience with young children is advantageous but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK

This Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant role in Newcastle provides an excellent foundation for a long‑term career in early years or primary education. Apply today to begin your journey as a Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant in a Newcastle primary school.