PE Graduate Teaching Assistant

PE Graduate Teaching Assistant – Sunderland

Are you a Physical Education graduate looking for a work in education across Sunderland and the surrounding areas from November 2023? 

At Teaching Personnel, we are working closely with successful secondary schools and colleges in the Sunderland and surrounding areas with support staff vacancies. Many of our client schools have shown an interest in PE graduates for these roles, as they often have an interest in behaviour supported by academic theory, but also understand the importance of both physical and mental well-being.

These type of roles provide the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in a school setting for future career progression into teaching or working with children and young people.

No prior experience required - just a willingness to get involved in the classroom setting.

About the role: 

• £1540 - £1800 per month, with both full & part time positions available
• Work on a 1:1 basis with students who require additional support
• Provide general classroom support

The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate effective communication with other staff and students, monitoring developments and progress and bring an ambitious personality to the school environment
• Remain composed under pressure, with the ability to manage challenging behaviour and situations
• Have transferable skills and a genuine interest in supporting young people with SEMH needs
• Be able to demonstrate a patient and understanding attitude towards all of the students’ needs and circumstances

If this sounds like you and you are interested in this role, please submit your CV using the link provided below. If you would like more information, please contact the Tyne Tees Secondary Branch. We look forward to hearing from you!

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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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