Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - SEND & SEMH

Protocol Education Limited; Heaton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking Psychology Graduates to support pupils with SEND and SEMH across Jesmond, Heaton, Gosforth and Newcastle, helping them access learning and build confidence. You will work 1:1 and in small groups, assist with learning activities, promote emotional regulation and foster resilience, under the guidance of teachers and specialists.

This temporary role offers valuable experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists or Therapists and is suited to graduates keen to make a

Qualifications

• A Psychology degree or related subject.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for supporting young people.
• Resilient, proactive and patient approach.
• Experience working with children desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Assisting with learning activities and interventions.
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Building positive and trusting relationships.
• Encouraging confidence, independence and resilience.
• Monitoring progress and celebrating achievements.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - SEND & SEMH

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with additional needs before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Teaching?

Protocol Education is working with specialist SEND and SEMH schools across Jesmond, Heaton, Gosforth and Newcastle seeking enthusiastic graduates who are passionate about making a difference.

Many pupils have Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, communication difficulties and learning disabilities and require positive role models to support both their academic and personal development.

Location: Jesmond, Heaton, Gosforth & Newcastle
Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only

About the Role

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils throughout the school day, helping them access learning, regulate emotions and build confidence.

This role offers invaluable experience working alongside Teachers, SENCOs, Speech & Language Therapists and Educational Psychologists.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Assisting with learning activities and interventions
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and SEMH needs
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Building positive and trusting relationships
• Encouraging confidence, independence and resilience
• Monitoring progress and celebrating achievements

We're Looking For

• A Psychology degree or related subject
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for supporting young people
• Resilient, proactive and patient approach
• Experience working with children desirable but not essential

This Role Would Suit

• Psychology Graduates
• Educational Psychology Masters Students
• Aspiring Teachers
• Aspiring Therapists
• Youth Workers
• Graduates seeking SEND experience

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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