Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

Location: Sunderland
Job Type: Temporary
Reference: 311038686
Salary: £92.63 - £108/day + PAYE, Daily rate dependent on experience
Job Published: 14 August 2026

Ready to kick-start a rewarding career supporting young people? Protocol Education is seeking enthusiastic and motivated graduates to join secondary schools across Sunderland and South Tyneside as Graduate Teaching Assistants.

If you're considering a future in education, psychology, social work, youth work, speech and language therapy, or teacher training, this role offers invaluable classroom experience while earning a competitive daily rate.

Sunderland | South Tyneside
£92.63 - £108.00 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | September Starts

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

  • Support students across KS3 and KS4
  • Deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group interventions
  • Assist pupils with SEND, including Autism, ADHD and SEMH needs
  • Promote positive behaviour and engagement
  • Help students develop confidence and independence
  • Work closely with class teachers to support learning outcomes
  • Gain practical classroom management experience

We're Looking For

  • Graduates from any degree background
  • Strong communicators with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Passionate individuals who want to make a difference
  • Resilient and proactive team players
  • Applicants interested in careers supporting young people

What We Offer

  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • Free CPD and Thrive training
  • Flexible placements to suit your needs
  • Long-term and permanent opportunities
  • Dedicated consultant support

Apply today and begin building the experience that can open doors to a long-term career in education.