Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant - Hartlepool

AMA Admin; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD through Milk Academy

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Fast registration process

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking graduates to join Hartlepool schools as Graduate Primary Teaching Assistants, offering flexible day-to-day work, short-term placements, or longer engagements.

Work alongside experienced teachers to support pupils, build classroom confidence and develop key skills across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in an inclusive environment.

A degree in any subject is welcomed; strong communication and enthusiasm are valued, with free CPD and fast registration through Milk Academy.

Qualifications

• A degree (or expected graduation) in any subject.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A proactive, positive and enthusiastic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during lessons.
• Deliver engaging one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Help children build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and active participation.
• Help create an inclusive, engaging and supportive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree or expected graduation

Job description

Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant - Hartlepool

Launch Your Career in Education - Inspire Young Minds Every Day

Are you a recent graduate based in or around Hartlepool and considering a career in teaching? Looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting a PGCE or teacher training? This could be the perfect first step.

Milk Education is recruiting Graduate Primary Teaching Assistants to support a range of welcoming Primary Schools across Hartlepool. Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day work, short-term placements or a long-term opportunity, this role will help you build classroom confidence, develop key skills and make a genuine difference in children's lives.

The Opportunity

This is more than just classroom support—it's your chance to become a positive role model, inspire curiosity and help shape the next generation.

Working alongside experienced teachers, you'll gain first‑hand experience of life in a Primary School while supporting pupils to overcome challenges, celebrate achievements and develop a love for learning. Every day is different, giving you the opportunity to build relationships, develop behaviour management skills and discover whether teaching is the right career for you.

Whether your degree is in Education, Psychology, English, Maths, Science, Sport, Performing Arts or another subject, we'd love to hear from graduates with a passion for working with children.

Your Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during lessons.
• Deliver engaging one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Help children build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
• Encourage positive behaviour and active participation.
• Help create an inclusive, engaging and supportive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

We’re Looking For

• A degree (or expected graduation) in any subject.
• A genuine interest in working with children and young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Any experience working with children is beneficial but not essential.

Why Start Your Career with Milk Education?

• Gain invaluable classroom experience before teacher training.
• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible work to fit around your schedule.
• Opportunities to secure long‑term and permanent school roles.
• Free CPD including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour Management through Milk Academy.
• Ongoing career guidance from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to our network of partnership schools.
• Fast registration process with APSCo Compliance+ accredited recruitment standards.

Ready to Take the First Step Into Teaching?

If you're passionate about education and want to make a real difference while building your experience, we'd love to hear from you.

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