Graduate Opportunities in Education – Cover Supervisors & Teaching Assistants
Location: South Tyneside
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a recent graduate looking to gain experience in schools? Do you want to develop your skills in a classroom setting while making a real difference in young people’s lives?
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated graduates to work as Cover Supervisors and Teaching Assistants in schools across South Tyneside. These entry-level roles provide invaluable classroom experience, making them ideal for those considering a career in teaching or education.
The Roles:
Cover Supervisor
* Leading pre-planned lessons in the absence of a teacher
* Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a positive learning environment
* Gaining hands-on experience in different subjects and year groups
Teaching Assistant
* Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons
* Working with small groups or individual students to aid their learning
* Assisting children with additional needs and encouraging progress
Who We Are Looking For:
* Recent graduates (any subject) with a passion for education
* Confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills
* Individuals who are adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn
* No prior experience needed—full training and support provided
Benefits of Working Through Protocol Education:
* Competitive weekly pay, paid through PAYE
* Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability
* Access to free training and CPD courses to enhance your skills
* Dedicated consultant support to help find the right school placements for you
* Opportunities for career progression, including routes into teacher training
* Referral scheme – earn rewards for recommending friends
These roles offer flexible working patterns and long-term opportunities, with pathways into teaching careers through further training and qualifications.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in gaining valuable school-based experience and kickstarting your career in education, apply today with your CV and a brief cover letter.
Start your journey in education and inspire the next generation!
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.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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