Trainee Primary Teaching Assistant | Peterlee

Location: Peterlee
Job Type: Contract
Reference: 311041211
Salary: £98 - £115/day
Job Published: 30 September 2026

Trainee Primary Teaching Assistant | Peterlee

Location: Peterlee and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as available
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£115 per day, depending on experience

Start Your Career Working With Children

Protocol Education are recruiting Trainee Primary Teaching Assistants for schools across Peterlee.

If you're enthusiastic about working with children but haven't worked in a school before, this could be the perfect opportunity to get started.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support children during lessons
  • Work with individuals and small groups
  • Help pupils with reading, writing and numeracy
  • Support classroom activities
  • Encourage positive behaviour
  • Build children's confidence
  • Support pupils with additional needs
  • Encourage independence
  • Help create a positive classroom environment
  • Work closely with the class teacher

Who Could Apply?

This role could suit someone with experience in:

  • Childcare
  • Nursery settings
  • Sports
  • Youth work
  • Care
  • Volunteering
  • Customer service
  • Graduate roles

Previous school experience isn't essential.

Driving Advantageous

A driving licence and access to your own car would be advantageous for placements across Peterlee and surrounding areas, but you can still apply if you rely on public transport.

Protocol Education Benefits

  • Competitive daily pay
  • Weekly PAYE payments
  • FREE CPD and online training
  • Safeguarding training
  • Dedicated education consultant
  • Ongoing support
  • Long-term and permanent opportunities
  • £50 Refer a Friend bonus

Ready to take your first step into a career in education? Apply today.