Kickstart Your Teaching Career with Our Graduates into Teaching Pathway
Are you curious about teaching but lack classroom experience? Our Graduates into Teaching Pathway offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable, paid experience as a Teaching Assistant in schools across Sunderland and surrounding areas.
This role allows you to work alongside partner schools, with training provided both before you start and throughout your placement. It's a hands-on way to gain insight into outstanding teaching practices and experience the reality of a career in education, all while earning a salary.
- Paid School Experience: Develop your skills with 3-12 months of paid Teaching Assistant experience in schools.
- Continuous Training: Receive ongoing training and support, including a recognised Level 2 qualification.
- No Joining Fees: Enjoy a cost-free start to your teaching career.
- Make a Difference: Have an immediate impact on young learners' lives.
- Professional CV Assistance: Get help crafting an education-focused CV and video profile to share with schools.
- Valuable References: Gain references from both employer and school to enhance your career.
- Mentoring and Advice: Access free guidance and mentoring for those considering teacher training.
As a Graduate Teaching Assistant on our Graduates into Teaching Pathway, you'll support students individually and in small groups. We offer placements ranging from short to long-term across Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools. Our dedicated team provides mentorship to help you develop key skills, and we'll match you with placements near your location.
- A degree in any subject, with a 2:2 or above.
- GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
- Organisational skills and efficiency.
- A genuine interest in education and passion for working with young people.
- Contact details for two referees.
- Willingness to obtain a DBS check if you don't already have one.
Graduates into Teaching is led by a Sunderland-based, teacher-run agency, providing both supply and permanent placements across the North East and Teesside. Our supportive team offers in-depth guidance, including in-house and on-site training, to help you build your career in education.
If you're a graduate eager to start your journey in education through our Graduates into Teaching Programme, please submit your CV. Our team will be in touch to start your exciting career journey!