Criminology Graduates

Protocol Education Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking Psychology and Criminology Graduates for full-time SEND Support Assistant roles in Newcastle. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience working with children with SEMH needs in an inclusive school environment, while developing skills in behaviour management and emotional resilience. Ideal for those considering careers in educational psychology or social work. Apply today for a chance to make a meaningful impact and gain professional development within a supportive team.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding training

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a psychology or criminology degree or be in their final year.
• Availability for full-time work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs.
• Building trusting relationships to aid learning.
• Assisting with interventions for emotional resilience.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Trauma-informed approaches

Education

Psychology degree

Criminology degree

Job description

Psychology & Criminology Graduates –

Opportunties to Work in Schools in Newcastle

SEND Support Assistants Needed for roles to begin ASAP and September

Are you apsychology or criminology graduate , or a final-year undergraduate, looking for hands-on experience working with children with additional needs? Protocol Education is offering a fantastic opportunity to gainpractical experiencein a well-led, nurturing primary school in North Tyneside.

Thisfull-time, term-time onlyrole is ideal for those interested in careers ineducational psychology, mental health, social work, youth justice, or teaching. You will be working closely with children who have experienced significant trauma and have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Why This Role?

• Gainhands-on experiencesupporting children with SEMH needs in a structured school environment

• Work alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams

• Develop skills inbehaviour management, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed approaches

• A long-term opportunity that could lead to a permanent role or support further studies

The Role Involves:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs in a well-run, inclusive setting

• Building trusting relationships to help children overcome barriers to learning

• Assisting with interventions designed to promote emotional resilience and engagement

• Learning from professionals in education, psychology, and child development

This is an excellent opportunity toapply your psychology or criminology knowledge in a real-world settingwhile making a meaningful impact. Whether you're preparing for postgraduate study or considering a career in education, youth work, or rehabilitation, this role providesinvaluable experienceand professional development.

Please note: Applicants must be psychology or criminology graduates, or in their final year of study, and available for full-time work.

Apply today with Protocol 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.

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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