Computing Graduate Teaching Assistant

Computing Graduate Teaching Assistant

Launch Your Teaching Career This September

Are you a Computer Science, Computing or IT graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before training to become a teacher?

An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Newcastle is looking for an enthusiastic Computing Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the team this September.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward-thinking secondary school where innovation, digital literacy and problem‑solving are embedded throughout the curriculum. You’ll work alongside experienced Computing teachers, supporting students as they develop the technical knowledge and practical skills they’ll need for further study and future careers.

Newcastle upon Tyne

£92.63 – £108.00 per day (PAYE)

Full-Time | September Start | Long-Term Opportunity

As a Computing Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support Computing lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Assist students with programming, coding and computational thinking
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions
• Help students develop confidence using a range of digital technologies
• Support pupils preparing for GCSE Computing
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and practical classroom activities
• Gain first-hand experience of classroom teaching, behaviour management and student support

You’ll become part of a supportive department that is passionate about preparing students for the digital world while supporting aspiring teachers to develop their own classroom skills.

• Excellent experience before a PGCE or teacher training
• Learn from experienced Computing teachers
• Supportive leadership and collaborative staff culture
• Modern ICT facilities and excellent classroom resources
• High expectations alongside exceptional pastoral care
• Strong behaviour systems that support effective teaching and learning
• Long-term opportunity with potential to progress into teacher training or a permanent school-based role

• A degree in Computer Science, Computing, Information Technology or a closely related subject
• Graduates considering a career in secondary teaching
• Strong technical knowledge and communication skills
• Positive, enthusiastic and proactive individuals
• Someone who can build positive relationships and engage young people through technology

• £92.63 – £108.00 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• No umbrella companies
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Long-term placements with permanent opportunities