1:1 Primary SEND Support

Protocol Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Wide opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a Psychology graduate to support pupils in a Newcastle education setting. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, applying understanding of behaviour and development to help pupils thrive.

Role involves assisting with classroom tasks, developing social skills, and building positive relationships with staff. DBS and safeguarding checks are required; experience with young people is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates seeking practical experience in education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Patient, resilient and passionate about helping pupils.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills.
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Supporting pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Behavioural understanding

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain meaningful experience supporting children and young people?

About the Role

We are recruiting for a rewarding support role in the Fawdon area, working within an educational setting where you can apply your understanding of behaviour, development and mental health to help pupils thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Helping students develop social and emotional skills
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning tasks
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Supporting pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs

Who We're Looking For

• Psychology graduates seeking practical experience
• Individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passionate, patient and resilient professionals
• Experience with young people is desirable but not essential

Why This Role Matters

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within education while making a positive impact on young people's lives.

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to a wide range of education opportunities
• Ongoing guidance and career development support

Safeguarding

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references, in line with DfE guidance.

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.