Secondary Graduate Teaching Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne
Start Date: October 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Pay: £92.63- £105 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain invaluable classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, or youth support?

Teaching Personnel is working with secondary schools across Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit enthusiastic and ambitious Graduate Teaching Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, build confidence in the classroom, and make a meaningful impact on young people's education and development.

Whether you're exploring a future in teaching or looking to gain school-based experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Your Role

• Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Help create a positive, safe, and productive learning environment.
• Encourage student participation, progress, and confidence.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to maximise student outcomes.
• Gain first-hand experience of classroom management and educational practice.

What We're Looking For

• Hold a degree in any subject area.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Can inspire students and maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Have previous experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates of £90 - £105 per day.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• Dedicated support from your own specialist education consultant.
• Access to a wide range of free CPD and professional development courses through our CPD Academy.
• Valuable experience within a variety of secondary school settings.
• Potential pathways into teacher training and permanent school-based roles.
• Ongoing guidance throughout your education career journey.

If you're a motivated graduate ready to gain practical classroom experience and make a real difference in secondary education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.