Sports Graduate in Hexham

A high-performing secondary school in Hexham, Northumberland is looking for an energetic and motivated Sports Graduate to join the team as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. This is a school with an excellent reputation, high academic standards, and a strong commitment to student success. Staff work within a supportive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best while developing confidence, resilience, and independence.

If you're a Sports graduate looking to gain valuable school experience before progressing into teaching, coaching, or pastoral support, this could be an outstanding opportunity.

The Role

• Support students across KS3 and KS4 lessons and interventions
• Work with students who may need additional behavioural or emotional support
• Use coaching and mentoring skills to build positive relationships
• Help students stay engaged, focused, and motivated in lessons
• Support PE lessons, extracurricular activities, and wider school life
• Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff throughout the school day

This role offers excellent experience for graduates considering teaching, coaching, or pastoral careers.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Strong academic culture and high expectations
• Excellent student behaviour and engagement
• Supportive and experienced staff team
• Well-established pastoral systems
• Fantastic experience for future teachers and education professionals

This is the type of school where graduates gain high-quality experience and develop quickly.

We're Looking For

• Sports graduates
• Individuals with coaching, mentoring, or leadership experience
• Graduates considering teaching or PE teacher training
• Positive role models who can inspire and motivate young people
• Resilient, enthusiastic, and proactive individuals
• No school experience is required. Enthusiasm, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills are what matter most.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Valuable experience for future teacher training applications

Thrive Training Opportunity

Not Thrive trained yet? Through Protocol Education, you'll have access to FREE Thrive training, helping you develop a deeper understanding of children's social and emotional development. It's a fantastic addition to your CV and a qualification that schools increasingly value.

If you're a Sports graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a successful secondary school while helping young people build confidence and achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.

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.

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