Graduate Opportunities- Newcastle

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time

Salary: £92.63-£105 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience and make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Newcastle from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, or other education-related professions.

You will play a key role in supporting pupils' academic progress, confidence, and wellbeing while working alongside experienced teaching staff in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small group settings.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Help create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.
• Support students with varying learning needs to achieve their full potential.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience within a school setting.

Qualifications:

• A degree in any subject (Education-related degrees are advantageous but not essential).
• A genuine interest in working with children and young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, proactive, and professional approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Previous experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

Benefits/perks:

• Competitive daily rates.
• Flexible working opportunities available.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Opportunities to work across a variety of schools and year groups.
• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers and education professionals.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact every day.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

If you're a graduate who is passionate about helping young people succeed and wants to gain valuable school-based experience, we'd love to hear from you.

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