Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £90-£120 per day (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time / Flexible

A welcoming and supportive school in Middlesbrough is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team. This Graduate Teaching Assistant role is ideal for recent graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology or another education-related profession who are looking to gain valuable classroom experience.

The successful Graduate Teaching Assistant will work closely with teachers to support pupils across a range of year groups and abilities. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions and work with pupils on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups to help them achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Working with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Delivering targeted interventions under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Assisting with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs where required.
• Promoting positive behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Encouraging pupil confidence, independence and participation.
• Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in any subject.
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in education.
• Have previous experience working with children or young people (desirable).
• Be enthusiastic, patient and adaptable.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
• Have a fully checkable work history.
• Have an understanding of safeguarding and child protection; all successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Access to training courses to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Ongoing support and guidance from experienced education consultants.

This Graduate Teaching Assistant role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must satisfy safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Referral Bonus:
We are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of Teachers or Teaching Assistants.