SEMH Graduate Teaching Assistant - Gateshead
Ready to turn your Psychology degree into real‑world experience?
Protocol Education is recruiting ambitious graduates to support pupils within specialist SEMH provisions across Gateshead. This role provides invaluable hands‑on experience for those considering careers within psychology, education, counselling or therapy.
Location: Gateshead
Hours: Monday-Friday | Term Time Only
The Role
You’ll be supporting students who face barriers to learning due to social, emotional and mental health difficulties. No two days are the same, making this a fantastic opportunity to develop behaviour management, communication and intervention skills.
Responsibilities
- Supporting pupils in lessons and interventions
- Encouraging engagement in learning
- Helping students develop coping strategies
- Managing challenging behaviour positively
- Promoting emotional wellbeing
- Supporting social skills development
- Assisting teachers with daily classroom activities
- Recording student progress
What We're Looking For
- Psychology or related degree
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Resilience and adaptability
- Passion for supporting vulnerable young people
Perfect For
- Psychology Graduates
- Criminology Graduates
- Sociology Graduates
- Aspiring Teachers
- Counsellors in Training
- Future Educational Psychologists
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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SEMH Graduate Teaching Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Protocol Education Limited
Protocol Education is an excellent employer for EYFS and KS1 Teachers, offering a supportive work culture in the welcoming communities of Radstock and Midsomer Norton. With a focus on professional development, teachers can expect ample opportunities for growth while working collaboratively with dedicated staff to inspire young learners in engaging classroom environments. Join us to make a meaningful impact during these crucial early stages of education.
Contact Details:
Protocol Education Limited Recruitment Team
