Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant

Start date: September 2025

Location: Darlington

Contract: Full time 

Salary: £90-105 a day (Dependent on experience)

Have you just graduated and looking to support and inspire children with a love for education? Then look no further! Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant who can work closely with staff and students, whilst allowing them to gain first-hand classroom experience in schools across Durham and continue to expand their knowledge.

What this role will entail:

• Creating a motivating and accepting classroom environment that encourages growth and passion
• Providing both group and 1:1 support with students
• Collaborating with teachers to give the best possible support
• Applying and improving subject knowledge during your time in the classroom

What the ideal candidate looks like:

• A relevant degree, or equivalent (a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred but not essential)
• Previous experience in the classroom/supporting students (desirable but not essential)
• DBS check (or willing to apply)
• Ability to work as a collective and collaborate in a professional setting
• Strong communication skills
• Maintain high standards of classroom management and student behaviour

Why apply with Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible working options (full-time, part-time)
• Support offered from a team of dedicated educator consultants
• A range of schools available to join

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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