Psychology Graduate: SEND Support Assistant Trainee

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

Benefits offered by this job

Educator CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant

Long-term progression

Competitive weekly pay

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a Psychology Graduate Trainee SEND Support Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Wallsend. You will support pupils with SEND across KS1 and KS2, working 1:1 or in small groups under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCO.

This hands-on role offers insight into Educational Psychology and related fields, with a supportive environment that values initiative, positive relationships and calm, patient approaches to improve learning and behaviour.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
• Interest in SEND, behaviour or child development.
• Calm, patient and resilient with good boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups.
• Help children manage behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Use visual prompts, calm routines and reward systems.
• Support literacy and numeracy tasks at an appropriate level.
• Encourage social skills and confidence during lessons and breaks.
• Assist with structured interventions and tailored learning activities.
• Help pupils stay focused and engaged throughout the day.

Skills

Psychology graduate

Behaviour management

Child development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Protocol Education is recruiting a Psychology Graduate Trainee SEND Support Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Wallsend. You will support pupils with SEND across KS1 and KS2, working 1:1 or in small groups under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCO.

This hands-on role offers insight into Educational Psychology and related fields, with a supportive environment that values initiative, positive relationships and calm, patient approaches to improve learning and behaviour.