Graduate Jobs in schools

Just finished Uni, and you’re wondering what’s next… this might be exactly what you’re looking for.

We’re working with schools across South Tyneside who are crying out for enthusiastic, confident grads to step in and support their classrooms. No teaching qualification needed, just the right attitude, a bit of resilience, and a genuine interest in working with young people.

Whether you’re testing the waters or already thinking “maybe teaching… maybe educational psychology?” — this is a brilliant place to start.

So, what could you be doing?

 Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
You’ll be right in the heart of the classroom, supporting students who need a bit of extra help to thrive. That might be 1:1 support, small group work, or just being that calm, steady presence.
Think: building confidence, celebrating small wins, and making a real difference every single day.

Mental Health Support Worker
Perfect if you’re interested in psychology, wellbeing, or pastoral care. You’ll support students who need emotional guidance, helping them regulate, engage, and feel safe in school.
It’s meaningful work, the kind that sticks with you.

 Cover Supervisor
Not quite ready to lead your own class full-time? This is a great stepping stone. You’ll step into lessons, keep things on track, and build serious classroom confidence.
No planning, no marking, just real experience at the front of the room.

 Why grads love this route

• It’s not just a job, it’s a launchpad
• Loads of roles turn into permanent school positions
• Ideal experience if you’re considering teaching, ed psych, or youth work
• You’ll build confidence, resilience, and skills you won’t get behind a desk
• Every day’s different… and never boring

 What you’ll get from us

• Friendly, down-to-earth support (no ghosting here)
• Schools that actually want you there
• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella faff
• Free CPD, including our Thrive training to boost your skills and CV
• Flexible roles, whether you want to dive in full-time or ease yourself in

 Sound like your kind of thing?

If you’re someone who:

• Brings energy and a positive attitude
• Can think on your feet
• Wants to do something that actually matters

Then we’d love to chat.

No pressure, no hard sell, just a proper conversation about what could work for 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.

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