KS2 Teaching Assistant

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference every single day? A Primary School in the West End of Newcastle is on the lookout for a brilliant KS2 Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a lively, welcoming school where teamwork matters, the staffroom kettle is always on, and every child is encouraged to shine. If you love helping pupils grow in confidence, celebrating those “lightbulb” learning moments, and being the calm, steady presence in a busy classroom, you’ll fit right in. What you’ll be doing Your days will be varied, rewarding, and never boring. You’ll be: • Supporting pupils across Key Stage 2 with their learning • Working closely with the class teacher to keep lessons running smoothly • Helping small groups or individual pupils who need a little extra guidance • Encouraging positive behaviour and building strong relationships with children • Creating a classroom environment where every pupil feels confident to try What we’re looking for You don’t need to be a superhero, but these things definitely help: • Experience working with children in a school or similar setting • A calm, patient and encouraging approach • Confidence supporting learning in KS2 • Great communication and teamwork skills • A genuine passion for helping children succeed Why work with Protocol Education? We keep things simple, supportive, and focused on you. • Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies • FREE access to our CPD Academy • Dedicated consultant support from someone who actually listens • Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative provisions • Streamlined registration and local placements • Referral rewards for recommending friends If you’re a Teaching Assistant who loves the buzz of the classroom and wants to feel valued in the role you do, this could be a great fit. Apply today and let’s get you into a classroom you’ll love. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.