Unqualified Teaching Assistant
BBBH62431_1782401446
Posted: 25/06/2026
- £100.00 - £120.00 per day
- Ashington, Northumberland
- Temporary
We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated individuals to work as an Unqualified Teaching Assistant.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, sports coaches, youth workers, care workers, nursery practitioners, or anyone with transferable experience supporting children and young people.
The Role
As an Unqualified Teaching Assistant, you will support teachers in the classroom and help pupils achieve their full potential. You will play a key role in creating a positive and engaging learning environment while gaining valuable experience within a school setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils within the classroom on a one-to-one and small group basis
- Assist teachers with the delivery of lessons and learning activities
- Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials
- Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and participation
- Support pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs where required
- Promote positive behaviour and classroom routines
- Supervise pupils during activities and throughout the school day
- Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
The Ideal Candidate
- A genuine interest in working with children and young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive, patient, and proactive attitude
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential
- Graduates, sports coaches, youth workers, care workers, and nursery practitioners are encouraged to apply
- A willingness to learn and develop within an educational environment
What We Offer
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexible work opportunities
- Valuable classroom experience
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunities to progress into qualified education roles
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
This role is ideal for anyone considering a future career in teaching, education, psychology, social work, or youth support.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 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.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
