Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

A supportive primary school in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the classroom.

This role is ideal for graduates interested in educational psychology, SEN support, or behaviour development.

The role is part-time, term time only, working 8.30am to 3.30pm.

The Role

You will work closely with teachers and pupils to support learning and emotional development.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs
• Working 1:1 or with small groups
• Encouraging emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Helping pupils stay engaged in lessons
• Supporting classroom routines

Why This Role Is Perfect for Psychology Graduates

This role provides valuable hands-on experience working with children in a real school environment.

You will gain experience in:

• Behaviour support strategies
• Child development and learning styles
• Emotional regulation and classroom dynamics

Career Progression

This role can lead to careers in:

• Educational Psychology
• SEN Teaching
• Therapy or pastoral roles

Apply Today

If you're a Psychology graduate looking to gain school experience in Gateshead, apply today.

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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