Graduate Teaching Assistant – Primary

Location: Gateshead

Pay Scale: £75 - £100 Per Day

Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Are you a recent Graduate with a passion for working with children? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and friendly Primary School?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and experienced Graduate Teaching Assistant – Primary to join a welcoming and supportive Primary School in Gateshead. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in a primary school setting, supporting teachers and contributing to students' learning journeys, and kick-start your career in education.

Job Summary:

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary, you will work closely with class teachers to provide support across various subjects. Responsibilities include assisting with lesson preparation, working with small groups or one-on-one with students, and helping to manage classroom behaviour.

Job Responsibilities of Graduate Teaching Assistant – Primary:

Work alongside teacher to ensure an appropriate environment for learning.

Provide personalized support to students, nurturing academic excellence and helping them to overcome learning challenges.
Aid in classroom management and help students during lesson to understand contents and complete assignments.
Foster a welcoming and inclusive classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement effective support strategies.
Monitor and reporting on students' progress, adapting support strategies as needed.

Essential Requirements of Graduate Teaching Assistant – Primary:

A recent Graduate in Education or a related field and a strong interest in pursuing a career in education.
Ability to work well under the guidance of a lead teacher.
Demonstrate a proactive, energetic, and caring approach to work with Primary level students.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Previous experience working with Primary children is preferred.
Effective communication skills and enthusiasm for educational success, also encouraging students to achieve their academic goals.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.

For more information or to register your interest in ‘Graduate Teaching Assistant - Primary’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.

If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and ready to make a real difference in the lives of young children, this Graduate Teaching Assistant Primary role could be the perfect step for you!