Psychology Graduate | SEN TA for Behaviour Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Free CPD and online training

Dedicated education consultant

Long-term opportunities

Permanent opportunities available

Specialist SEND training

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking Psychology graduates to work as SEN Teaching Assistants in Sunderland schools. The role focuses on behaviour, child development and SEND, supporting pupils with SEMH, autism, ADHD, and learning needs during school hours.

You will engage in 1:1 mentoring, small-group support, and classroom learning, helping pupils develop social, communication, and emotional regulation skills in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• A Psychology degree is ideal, but related degrees are considered.
• Experience or interest in behaviour, child development, mental health and SEND is valuable.
• Willing to work in Sunderland schools as a SEN Teaching Assistant.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 mentoring or support for individuals.
• Small-group support in classroom settings.
• Behaviour support and emotional regulation strategies.
• Contributing to classroom learning and targeted interventions.
• Developing social and communication skills.
• Encouraging positive choices and independence.
• Building pupil confidence and resilience.
• Supporting SEND and SEMH needs.
• Close collaboration with teachers and education staff.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Empathy

Youth communication

Resilience

Positive attitude

Behaviour understanding

Willingness to develop

Education

Psychology degree

Criminology

Sociology

Education

Childhood Studies

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking Psychology graduates to work as SEN Teaching Assistants in Sunderland schools. The role focuses on behaviour, child development and SEND, supporting pupils with SEMH, autism, ADHD, and learning needs during school hours.

You will engage in 1:1 mentoring, small-group support, and classroom learning, helping pupils develop social, communication, and emotional regulation skills in a supportive setting.