Graduate roles in Schools - No experience needed in Durham

Are you a graduate looking for a meaningful, hands-on role where you can make a real difference to young people’s lives? This is an exciting opportunity to gain invaluable experience working in schools across North Durham, while exploring a future career in teaching, education, SEND or educational psychology.

Working through Protocol Education, you will have the chance to support pupils in a wide range of educational settings, including mainstream primary and secondary schools, specialist SEND schools, and alternative provisions. Locations include Chester-le-Street, Stanley, Consett, Sacriston, Tanfield Lea, Pelton, Burnopfield and Lanchester, among others.

• Minimum availability of 3 days per week during term time
• Graduates available 3 days per week will typically work in day-to-day or cover supervisor roles, gaining broad classroom experience
• Graduates available full-time will have the opportunity to work in SEND and specialist settings, supporting pupils with additional needs on a more consistent basis

This role offers the chance to:

• Make a genuine impact by supporting children and young people in their learning and development
• Build practical, school-based experience before committing to teacher training or further study
• Develop confidence in the classroom and a strong understanding of how schools operate
• Work closely with experienced teachers, SENCOs and support staff

Many of our previous graduates have successfully used this experience as a stepping stone into:

• PGCE, SCITT and School Direct teacher training routes
• Educational psychology and SEND careers
• Long-term and permanent roles within schools

Why work with Protocol Education:

• Competitive daily rates between £87.35 – £120 per day, depending on role and experience
• Flexible working patterns that fit around your availability
• Access to free CPD and training, including SEND and behaviour management
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands education and your career goals
• Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent positions

No previous school experience is required - just a commitment to education, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a difference. If you are ready to take your first step into education and want an opportunity that is both rewarding and career-building, we would love to hear from you.

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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.