Psychology Graduate - SEN TA

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Gateshead is seeking a psychology graduate to provide assistance in a specialist SEN school. You will work closely with pupils with autism and SEMH needs, helping to create positive interactions and deliver tailored interventions. The role is ideal for those interested in educational psychology or therapy and offers valuable hands-on experience. You will also benefit from supportive staff, free training, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD training

Supportive consultant

Long-term roles

Referral rewards

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate interested in educational psychology or therapy.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pupils.
• Familiarity with SEN and child development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism and SEMH needs.
• Deliver tailored interventions and sensory routines.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Reflective thinking

Great communication skills

Calm under pressure

Understanding of SEN

Experience with children

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

If you’ve just finished your psychology degree and you’re itching to put what you’ve learned into real-life practice, this role is a brilliant place to start. Think of it as stepping into a school where every day teaches you something new about behaviour, communication, relationships, and human development.

A specialist SEN school in Gateshead is looking for a psychology graduate to join their team. Their pupils have a range of additional needs, and the school provides a warm, structured environment that helps each child grow at their own pace. You’ll work alongside experienced staff who’ll happily share their knowledge, so it’s a great setting if you’re considering a career in educational psychology, therapy, or teaching.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting pupils with autism, SEMH needs, and communication differences
• Helping to deliver tailored interventions and sensory routines
• Using your psychology background to understand behaviour and create calm, positive interactions
• Working 1:1 and in small groups to build confidence and emotional regulation
• Collaborating with teachers and therapists who value your insight

What we’re looking for

• A psychology graduate who’s curious, reflective, and eager to learn
• Someone who stays calm when things get unpredictable
• Great communication skills and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• An interest in SEN, child development, mental health, or behaviour support
• Experience with children or vulnerable young people is helpful but not essential

What you get with Protocol Education

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella deductions
• Free CPD including autism awareness, behaviour support, and de-escalation
• A consultant who genuinely supports you and understands local SEN settings
• Long-term roles in specialist schools that care about developing their staff
• Referral rewards when you recommend friends

This is the kind of role that gives you hands‑on experience you simply can’t get from a textbook. If you’re ready to make a difference while building your professional toolkit, we’d love to hear from you.

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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