Psychology Grad TA for SEND School — Gateshead

Protocol Education Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£98–£115 per day

Weekly PAYE payments

FREE CPD and online training

Dedicated education consultant

Ongoing support

Long-term and permanent opportunities

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Gateshead. This role is full-time term-time and offers a daily rate of £98–£115 with start ASAP.

You’ll work closely with experienced teachers to support pupils with diverse needs, including one-to-one and small-group activities, helping access learning, developing communication, and promoting positive behaviour and independence in a supportive education environment.

Qualifications

• A psychology degree provides foundation in child development and behaviour.
• No prior SEND school experience required.
• Support is provided by experienced teachers and education professionals.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support
• Supporting small-group activities
• Helping pupils access their learning
• Supporting communication and interaction
• Encouraging positive behaviour
• Helping pupils develop emotional regulation
• Supporting social skills
• Promoting independence and confidence
• Assisting with classroom routines
• Building positive relationships with pupils

Skills

1:1 support

Small groups

Behaviour support

Team player

Patient

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Gateshead. This role is full-time term-time and offers a daily rate of £98–£115 with start ASAP.

You’ll work closely with experienced teachers to support pupils with diverse needs, including one-to-one and small-group activities, helping access learning, developing communication, and promoting positive behaviour and independence in a supportive education environment.