Teaching Assistant

Job description

Support young people to overcome barriers to learning and play a key role in helping them succeed in the classroom.

A supportive and inclusive secondary school in Gateshead is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and want to make a meaningful difference in students’ academic and personal development.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students in accessing the curriculum and staying engaged in lessons. You will provide both classroom-based support and targeted interventions for students who need additional help.

This role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a school environment and potentially progress into teaching, educational psychology, or specialist support roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students in lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Providing one-to-one and small group intervention support
• Assisting students with additional learning needs, including SEND and SEMH
• Helping to manage classroom behaviour and promote positive engagement
• Supporting teachers with preparation of learning materials
• Encouraging student independence, confidence, and progress

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people.

You may be suitable if you have:

• Experience working with children or young people (school, care, youth work, coaching, etc.)
• A calm and supportive approach to behaviour and learning needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An interest in education, SEND, or child development
• A degree or relevant qualification (desirable but not essential)

School Environment

This Gateshead secondary school offers a welcoming and well-structured environment with a strong focus on inclusion, student wellbeing, and staff development. You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and professional growth.

Why Work With Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to long-term and permanent school roles
• Opportunities across Gateshead and surrounding areas

As part of the Supporting Education Group, we work closely with schools to match the right people with the right roles.

Training and Development

Free CPD opportunities are available, including:

• SEND and inclusive practice training
• Behaviour management strategies
• Safeguarding and child protection
• Classroom support techniques

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to build a career in education, apply today to become a Teaching Assistant in Gateshead.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Gateshead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £120.00 Per Hour

Published at

09-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English