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Perfect Opportunity for Aspiring Psychologists & Art Therapists: Gain Valuable Experience in Education
Location: Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland
Full-time | Term-time Only

Are you a Psychology graduate or Art graduate eager to make a real difference in children’s lives? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and are you looking to gain hands-on experience that will help you build a successful career in psychology or art therapy?

We’re looking for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our team as Learning Support Assistants (LSA) across Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland. This full-time role is the perfect stepping stone for aspiring psychologists, art therapists, or anyone looking to enter the field of SEND education.

What You'll Do:

• Provide one-on-one or small-group support for students with SEND, assisting them with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and academic tasks.

• Support students who may have autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and emotional challenges, and help them develop coping strategies and self-regulation skills.

• Work with teachers and support staff to create and implement personalized progress plans for each student.

• Help students express themselves and manage their emotions – for Art graduates, this could include supporting creative projects that tap into therapeutic activities or art expression.

• Build strong, supportive relationships with students, teachers, and external professionals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Psychology graduates with an interest in clinical or educational psychology or Art graduates eager to pursue a career in art therapy.

• A genuine passion for working with children with SEND, and the ability to build trust and provide support in challenging situations.

• Patience, reliability, and strong communication skills.

• A desire to pursue a future career in psychology or art therapy, using your degree to make a lasting impact on children’s lives.

• No prior experience with SEND is required – though any experience with SEND, art, or therapy will be a bonus.

• A valid DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) and the right to work in the UK.

Why Join Protocol Education?

• Work with one of the leading education recruitment specialists in the UK, trusted by schools across Newcastle and North Tyneside

• Gain invaluable, practical experience in a wide range of school settings, working directly with children with SEND – essential for anyone looking to pursue psychology or art therapy.

• Ongoing professional development through free CPD and online training courses to enhance your skills.

• Tailored guidance and support from a dedicated consultant who will help you find roles that match your career goals.

• Competitive pay based on your skills and experience.

• £50 Refer a Friend bonus – help others find the same rewarding opportunities!

Ready to Take the First Step in Your Psychology or Art Therapy Career?
If you're passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and want to gain practical experience that will lay the foundation for your future career in psychology or art therapy, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

To Apply: Submit your CV today and start your journey with Protocol Education

Pay Scale: Dependent on skills and 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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