Psychology/Sports Graduate Job | 1:1 Teaching Assistant | Year 3 Pupil

Protocol Education Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a 1:1 SEND Support Assistant for a primary school in Newcastle. This role is perfect for psychology or sports graduates eager to gain hands-on experience in education while supporting a Year 3 pupil with SEND needs. Candidates will receive ongoing training and support to build their skills effectively.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free Thrive training

Friendly expert support from consultants

Access to CPD Academy

Qualifications

• No prior classroom experience necessary if attitude is right.
• Ability to support children with high needs.
• Keen interest in working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support a lively Year 3 pupil with SEND needs.
• Be a consistent adult presence for the child.
• Help the child navigate classroom expectations.

Skills

Ability to stay calm and patient

Keen understanding of relationship-building

Adaptability to classroom dynamics

Education

Degree in Psychology or Sports

Job description

Fenham, Newcastle | Full-time | £89.38–£95 per day | Term‑time only | Core hours: 8:30 - 15:30

Fresh out of uni and ready to make a difference? Whether you're a psychology grad curious about behaviour support or a sports graduate who knows the power of outdoor play, this could be your perfect first step into education.

We’re working with a primary school in Newcastle to find a calm, energetic, and grounded 1:1 SEND Support Assistant to work closely with a lively Year 3 pupil. The school supports children with high needs and has a hands‑on SENCO who’ll be right alongside you. The school is a welcoming, community‑driven primary school that prides itself on inclusion and nurturing every child as an individual. The team is experienced, supportive, and passionate about giving pupils the tools they need to thrive.

The role

You’ll be the child’s go‑to adult. They’re sociable, active, and love being outdoors, but can find classroom expectations tough, especially when things feel overwhelming. Demand avoidance and dysregulation can crop up, so the ability to stay calm, patient, and consistent is key.

Perfect for

• Psychology or sports graduates looking for hands‑on experience
• Future teachers, youth workers, or educational psychologists
• People who understand that relationship first makes everything else possible

No classroom experience? No worries. If you’ve got the right attitude and a knack for connecting with kids, the school is open to you.

What’s in it for you

• Weekly PAYE pay: no umbrella company in sight
• FREE Thrive training to boost your skill set and confidence
• Friendly, expert support from your Protocol Education consultant
• Access to our CPD Academy full of SEND and behaviour training

If you think you could be the difference that helps one young person feel safe, seen, and supported, apply today!

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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