Teaching Assistant

CER; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£300 sign-on bonus

£300 sign-on bonus for ECTs

£250 referral bonus

Job summary

CER Education is seeking Teaching Assistants for Durham, England, with full-time, part-time and flexible options. Roles cover primary, secondary and SEN settings, offering ongoing opportunities and a chance to build diverse school experience.

The positions provide flexible hours to fit around other commitments, and a pathway to longer-term roles. Competitive pay rates and ongoing consultant support are included.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in school-based or similar settings.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Caring, patient, proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 or small group basis.
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and activities.
• Helping to manage behaviour and keep students engaged.
• Supporting students with additional needs where required.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication

Teamwork

Caring and patient

Job description

Teaching Assistant (IND-TA) Durham, England

Teaching Assistant – Durham

Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Work Available | Immediate & Ongoing Roles

Struggling to find the right Teaching Assistant role in Durham? CER Education is working with a wide range of schools who are actively looking for reliable, enthusiastic, and committed TAs right now.

We’re offering flexible opportunities to suit you—whether you’re looking for full-time work, part-time hours, or ad-hoc supply to fit around other commitments.

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want to make a real difference in schools, this is your opportunity to get started or take the next step.

Why work as a TA with CER Education?

• Opportunities across primary, secondary, and SEN schools
• Flexible working to fit your lifestyle
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Work in a variety of school settings to build your experience

What the role involves:

• Supporting pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 or small group basis
• Assisting the class teacher with lessons and activities
• Helping to manage behaviour and keep students engaged
• Supporting students with additional needs where required
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based or similar)
• A caring, patient, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for education and supporting pupils
• Reliability and a positive attitude

What CER Education offers:

• £300 sign-on bonus for candidates registered with another agency
• £300 sign-on bonus for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
• £250 referral bonus when you refer a friend
• Access to the largest education agency network in the North East
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive pay rates

CER is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all. All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.