Graduate Job | Early Years Teaching Assistant | Newcastle

Protocol Education Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established organization as an Early Years Teaching Assistant in Newcastle. This role offers hands-on experience in a nurturing school environment, supporting young learners’ development through creative activities. Ideal for recent graduates passionate about making a difference and starting their career in education.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and resources

Competitive daily rates

Personalized support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate passionate about working with children.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
• Support individual children or small groups through hands-on activities.
• Create a safe, encouraging space for all children.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Education

Graduate degree in Education or related field

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant | Graduate Job | September Start

Looking to launch your career in education? If you’re a recent graduate with a passion for supporting young learners, this role is the perfect first step. Join a welcoming early years setting in Newcastle, where you’ll gain hands-on experience and make a real impact on children’s lives.

This primary school is known for its warm, supportive environment and commitment to helping every child thrive. Located in a friendly community in the heart of Newcastle, it offers a nurturing space where young children develop essential early skills and build the confidence they need for a lifetime of learning. Expect a busy, energetic atmosphere where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

What you will be doing:

• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
• Working closely with individual children or small groups, offering targeted support to those who need it most.
• Helping children develop their communication, social, and fine motor skills through creative play and hands-on activities.
• Creating a safe, encouraging space where every child feels valued and included.
• Core hours:Monday to Friday, 8:30 – 16:00
• Start date:September 2025

About you:

• Recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate with a passion for working with children.
• Patient, caring, and ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners.
• Great communication skills and a natural ability to connect with children.
• Willing to get stuck in, learn on the job, and bring energy to every day.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with excellent communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Diverse roles tailored for psychology graduates, including pastoral support and SEN roles
• Comprehensive training, including free CPD and career resources
• Competitive daily rates and guaranteed work opportunities
• Personalized support from experienced consultants
• A well-established, trusted agency with a focus on your professional growth

Ready to kickstart your career in education? Apply today and start making a real difference!

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake thorough checks in line with DfE statutory guidance, including an online search for shortlisted candidates. Free safeguarding and Prevent Duty training provided for all workers.

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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