Psychology Grad: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant (Gateshead)

Protocol Education; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

FREE CPD and online training

Weekly PAYE payments

Dedicated consultant

Ongoing support

Long-term opportunities

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education are seeking a Psychology Graduate to work as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant in a Gateshead school. You will support a single pupil, helping them access lessons and participate with confidence, while developing your understanding of their needs.

The role offers Monday–Friday school hours, term-time only, with pay £98–£120 per day depending on experience. Start date ASAP. A meaningful stepping stone into Educational Psychology or Teaching.

Qualifications

• Psychology degree desirable but related degrees considered.
• No extensive school experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support
• Build a strong professional relationship with the pupil
• Help the pupil access lessons
• Adapt support to individual needs
• Encourage communication and interaction
• Support emotional regulation
• Promote independence
• Encourage positive behaviour
• Record and communicate observations
• Work closely with class teacher and support team

Skills

Patient empathy

Observant

Reliable

Confident

Strong communicator

Relationship building

Interest in child development

Education

Psychology degree (desirable)

Job description

Protocol Education are seeking a Psychology Graduate to work as a 1:1 Teaching Assistant in a Gateshead school. You will support a single pupil, helping them access lessons and participate with confidence, while developing your understanding of their needs.

The role offers Monday–Friday school hours, term-time only, with pay £98–£120 per day depending on experience. Start date ASAP. A meaningful stepping stone into Educational Psychology or Teaching.