Unqualified Teaching Assistant
Location: Gateshead
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time (Flexible options available)
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Are you passionate about working with children and looking to make a difference in their education and well-being? Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic individuals with childcare experience to join our team as a Teaching Assistant at a welcoming school in Gateshead.
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning experiences for pupils. Your experience in childcare will enable you to foster a nurturing and supportive environment where students can thrive.
This role is perfect for individuals who may not hold formal teaching qualifications but have experience working with children and a strong commitment to helping them succeed.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the classroom teacher with daily activities and lessons.
- Providing one-on-one or small group support to students who need additional help.
- Supporting children’s emotional and social development.
- Helping to create and maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Encouraging positive behavior and engagement in learning.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in childcare (e.g., nursery, playgroup, or similar settings).
- A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to different needs and situations.
- An enhanced DBS check (Teaching Personnel can assist with this if needed).
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay tailored to your experience and role.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Flexibility to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in the lives of children, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply: To apply, please contact Teaching Personnel on 01912235070 or email your CV to bethany.stobbart@teachingpersonnel.com.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all applicants to share this commitment.
Start your journey with us today and inspire the next generation in Gateshead!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.