Looking to kickstart your career in education? We’ve got schools across the North East ready to welcome you in.
We’re working with a range of supportive and well-run secondary schools across Newcastle, Northumberland, and North Tyneside who are looking for Graduate Teaching Assistants to join them. Whether you’re exploring teaching, educational psychology, or just know you want to work with young people, this is a brilliant place to start.
Newcastle | Northumberland | North Tyneside
£90 – £110 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate and Ongoing Roles
The Role
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils across KS3 and KS4 in a range of subjects
- Provide 1:1 and small group support, including students with SEND such as ASD, ADHD, and dyslexia
- Help students stay focused, engaged, and confident in lessons
- Work alongside teachers to adapt tasks and resources
- Build positive relationships that support learning and wellbeing
- Contribute to a calm, purposeful classroom environment
You’ll gain hands-on experience across different schools, subjects, and year groups, giving you a real feel for what working in education is like.
What Our Schools Are Like
Schools we work with typically offer:
- Clear routines and strong behaviour systems
- Supportive senior leadership teams who are visible and approachable
- Welcoming staff teams who are happy to guide and support you
- A mix of mainstream and SEND opportunities
- Well-structured environments where you can learn quickly
No two schools are the same, but all are focused on giving you the support you need to succeed.
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for:
- Graduates across any subject area
- Those considering teacher training, PGCE, or educational psychology
- Individuals with experience in coaching, tutoring, or youth work
- Confident communicators who enjoy working with young people
- People who are reliable, proactive, and ready to get involved
No school experience? That’s absolutely fine. If you’ve got the right attitude and a willingness to learn, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Pay & Benefits
- £90 – £110 per day (PAYE only)
- Weekly pay
- Flexible placements, short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities
- FREE access to our CPD Academy, including SEND and behaviour training
- Opportunities across a wide range of schools and settings
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who gets to know you
If you’re a graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in schools across the North East, this is your chance to get started.
Apply today or drop us a message to chat through your options, we’ll keep it simple and find something that fits.