Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.07 to £15.38 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 December 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Education Network |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JGED1 |
Summary
About the role
The Education Network is looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to work within one of our partnership schools based in the Newcastle area. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is committed to enhancing the education of children within a classroom. The successful applicant will have prior experience working as a Teaching Assistant and will need to understand the national curriculum and be able to deliver this to the highest level possible. Candidates must hold a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3) and have recent school based experience.
If the role of Teaching Assistant interests, and you meet the following requirements, then we would love to hear from you.
Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification with recent experience of working within a school (within the last 2 years)
Caring and nurturing attitude towards children
Full understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection methods and responsibilities
A passion and desire to work with students with additional needs.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to new learning environments
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff and students
A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate or a willingness to apply for one
Available 3-5 days a week and able to commit up to the end of the summer term
Working with us
The Education Network require passionate people of all levels of experience to work for schools and academies across the North East. Whether it’s working as a Teacher, Teaching Assistant or Nursery Nurse, we want to hear from you. Our work is flexible to fit around your lifestyle and commitments as we can facilitate; day-to-day, short and long-term opportunities within our local partnership schools.
Benefits of working with the Education Network
Investment in you! We provide access to continued professional development tools free of charge to help you hone your skills and provide you with tools to ensure your career is as successful as possible
Weekly pay (PAYE) – No umbrella companies
Dedicated support from your consultant.
Opportunities to work in many different schools throughout the northeast.
Flexible work to fit your lifestyle
Posts are subject to DBS and references. Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.