Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

A modern and forward-thinking secondary school in Northumberland is looking for a proactive and engaging Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the team.

This is a school with a strong focus on preparing students for life beyond the classroom, combining academic learning with real-world skills and experiences. Staff work in a collaborative, supportive environment where students are encouraged to think independently and stay engaged with their learning.

If you’re a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic school setting, this is a great place to start.

Northumberland
£92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate Start

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 in a range of subjects
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to reinforce learning
• Help students stay engaged, focused, and confident in lessons
• Support pupils with additional needs, including SEND and SEMH
• Work alongside teachers to adapt tasks and resources
• Contribute to a calm, structured, and purposeful classroom environment

You’ll gain valuable experience across different subjects while building confidence in the classroom.

What This School Is Like

Staff working here benefit from:

• A modern, skills-focused approach to learning
• A strong emphasis on student engagement and independence
• Supportive and approachable leadership
• A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team
• Clear systems and structured classroom environments

It’s a school where innovation and structure work together to support both staff and students.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• Graduates across any subject area
• Individuals considering teaching or working in education
• Those interested in gaining experience with SEND or behaviour support
• Confident communicators who can build rapport with young people
• Reliable, proactive individuals ready to get involved

No prior school experience is required. If you’ve got the right attitude and willingness to learn, you’ll be well supported.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start
• FREE access to our CPD Academy, including SEND, behaviour, and classroom training
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

If you’re a graduate looking to gain meaningful classroom experience, build confidence, and explore a future in education, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply now or drop us a message to chat it through, we’ll keep things simple and help you get started.

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.

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