Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job Title
:
Secondary Graduate Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September 2026

Location: South Shields

Job Type: Full Time (Temp to Perm Opportunities)

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

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education and make a real difference in the classroom? Teaching Personnel is seeking a highly motivated and inspiring Graduate Teaching Assistant to join our network and support staff and students across secondary schools in South Shields.

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students
• Supporting class teachers with day-to-day learning activities and classroom routines
• Creating a motivating and productive classroom environment
• Collaborating and working closely with teachers to tailor individual student support
• Applying and improving subject knowledge during your time in the classroom

• A relevant degree and excellent surrounding subject knowledge
• Previous classroom experience in supporting students (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent communication skills
• Can maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning

• Dedicated support from a team of consultants
• Flexible work options (full-time, part-time)
• A range of free training courses available through CPD Academy

If you’re ready to take the next step towards a career in education, apply today and find out more!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Details are available on the Teaching Personnel website. This advert is for a temporary position and may lead to a permanent opportunity in the future.