Job description

Launch Your Education Career as a Graduate Teaching Assistant – Inspire Young Minds

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary: £90 – £115 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Part-time / Full-time

GSL Education are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a supportive and inclusive school in Newcastle Upon Tyne. This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates who are passionate about education and eager to gain hands-on classroom experience before pursuing a career in teaching or further education roles.

About the Role:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons while helping students to achieve their full academic potential. You will play an important role in creating a positive learning environment and providing additional support to students where needed.

Key Responsibilities of Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA):

  • Support classroom teachers in delivering lessons across a range of subjects
  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils
  • Assist in preparing learning materials and classroom activities
  • Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
  • Support students’ academic progress and personal development
  • Observe, monitor, and record pupil progress and behaviour
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

Requirements for Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA):

  • A degree in any subject (Education-related degrees are desirable but not essential)
  • A genuine passion for working with young people and supporting learning
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn
  • Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

Interested in applying?

Click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV, and a dedicated GSL consultant will be in touch.

Join GSL Education today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education in Newcastle Upon Tyne!