Teaching Assistant- Newcastle

Teaching Assistant

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Pay: £90–£100 per day (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistants to work in secondary schools across Newcastle upon Tyne.

Whether you are a recent graduate looking to gain classroom experience, someone considering a future in teaching, or an experienced Teaching Assistant seeking a fresh opportunity, this role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in young people’s education.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting students aged 11–16 both academically and emotionally within the classroom environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons
• Assisting with classroom and behaviour management
• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Helping students stay focused, motivated, and confident in their learning
• Encouraging positive participation and promoting an inclusive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate about education and supporting young people
• Patient, adaptable, and confident communicators
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable, but not essential

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer You

• Competitive daily pay of £90–£100
• Weekly pay through PAYE — no umbrella companies
• Access to professional development and training through our CPD Academy
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and progress within education

If you are ready to take the next step in your education career and want to make a positive impact in local secondary schools, we would love to hear from you.

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.
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