Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Flexible Working
Job description
Job Advert: Teaching Assistants – Primary Schools (Gateshead, Newcastle & Sunderland)
Are you passionate about supporting children’s learning and development? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our primary school teams across Gateshead, Newcastle, and Sunderland for the upcoming academic year starting in September.
We have a range of exciting opportunities available, both part-time and full-time, and we are committed to offering flexible working arrangements to suit your availability.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils and helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment. Positions available include:
- General classroom support, assisting teachers with day-to-day activities
- 1:1 support roles, working closely with individual pupils who may require additional or specialist support
What We’re Looking For
We are not solely focused on formal qualifications. Instead, we value:
- A strong background in childcare or working with children
- A genuine passion for education and supporting young learners
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
What We Offer
- Flexible working options to fit around your schedule
- Opportunities across a variety of primary schools
- A supportive and welcoming team environment
- The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives
Whether you’re experienced in education or looking to take your first step into a school setting, we would love to hear from you.
Start Date: September (new academic year)
Locations: Gateshead, Newcastle, Sunderland
Hours: Part-time and full-time roles available
If you’re ready to inspire, support, and grow with us, apply today and become part of our dedicated primary school team.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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