At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with SEND and SEMH needs in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: Welcoming specialist school in Gateshead focused on positive impact.
- Benefits: Weekly pay, free training, ongoing support, and potential for permanent roles.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in youth justice, social work, or education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Criminology degree or related qualification; calm, patient, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Graduate Criminology Teaching Assistant – Gateshead (Full-Time) Looking to put your Criminology degree to meaningful use?
We are seeking a Graduate Criminology Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Gateshead, supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in youth justice, educational psychology, social work, probation, policing, or teaching.
You'll gain valuable experience supporting pupils who benefit from positive role models and consistent, nurturing relationships.
Why join Protocol Education?
Weekly PAYE pay Free CPD, including SEND and behaviour management training Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions Supportive school environment Refer a Friend bonus scheme Your role will include: Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation Building trusting relationships with pupils Encouraging confidence, resilience and independence Helping pupils engage with learning and achieve their potential We're looking for someone who: Holds a Criminology degree or related qualification Is calm, patient and resilient Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills Is passionate about supporting young people Apply today and begin a rewarding career making a genuine difference in the lives of young people.
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 Df E 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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Graduate Criminology Teaching Assistant employer: Protocol Education Ltd
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