Sociology and Criminology Graduate

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

Job summary

An educational support organization is seeking a Sociology or Criminology Graduate for temporary work in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves supporting students with behavioral challenges and working with safeguarding teams. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree, demonstrate calmness and confidence, and have a strong interest in youth and community work. Competitive daily rates are offered, with opportunities for permanent placement down the line.

Benefits

FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant field.
• Must be calm, confident and resilient.
• Strong interest in youth and community work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with behavioral and social challenges.
• Work with pastoral and safeguarding teams.
• Support positive behavior strategies and routines.
• Act as a positive role model for students.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Confidence

Resilience

Interest in youth and community work

Education

Degree in Sociology, Criminology or related field

Job description

Sociology / Criminology Graduate – Behaviour & Pastoral Support

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Daily Rate: £90–£110

Protocol Education is working with a Newcastle secondary school to recruit a Sociology or Criminology Graduate to support behaviour and pastoral interventions.

This role is ideal for graduates interested in youth justice, social work, education or pastoral leadership. The school has a strong pastoral structure and supports relationship‑based approaches.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting students with behavioural and social challenges
• Working with pastoral and safeguarding teams
• Supporting positive behaviour strategies and routines
• Acting as a positive role model for students

Suitable candidates will:

• Hold a degree in Sociology, Criminology or a related field
• Be calm, confident and resilient
• Have a strong interest in youth and community work

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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