Graduate SEND Support Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education professionals in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Graduate SEND Support Assistant to help students with special educational needs. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in psychology, education, or related fields, who are patient and eager to learn. This role provides a unique chance to gain experience in the education sector, while making a tangible difference in the lives of students. The position offers support, training opportunities, and potential pathways to permanent roles.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free access to CPD Academy

Ongoing support from a local consultant

Opportunities in mainstream and specialist settings

Qualifications

• Graduated in psychology, education, sociology, or health.
• Interest in education, psychology, social care, or SEND.
• Willingness to undertake Thrive training.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups with SEND needs.
• Helping children feel safe and ready to learn.
• Working with teachers to maintain a calm classroom.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Relationship building

Calm under pressure

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education, Sociology, or Health

Job description

Graduate SEND Support Assistant

Newcastle upon Tyne

Just finished your degree and wondering what’s next? If you’re curious about education, psychology, social care, or SEND, this could be a brilliant first step.

We’re working with welcoming schools across Newcastle who are looking for Graduate SEND Support Assistants to support pupils with additional needs. You don’t need classroom experience, just patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in helping young people thrive.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups with SEND, including autism, ADHD, and SEMH
• Helping children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn
• Working closely with teachers and SENCOs to keep days calm and consistent
• Gaining hands‑on experience that looks great on future PGCE, psychology, or therapy applications

This role could be perfect if you are

• A psychology, education, sociology, or health graduate
• Calm under pressure and happy building relationships
• Curious about how children learn and what helps them flourish
• Looking for meaningful work where no two days are the same

What Protocol Education offers

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella faff
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• Ongoing support from a friendly local consultant
• Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and specialist settings

Bonus question, are you Thrive trained? If not, we’ll help you access our free Thrive training, it’s a big plus with schools and a great skill to have under your belt.

If you want a role that feels purposeful and gives you real insight into SEND education, this could be the one.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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’. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers.