Graduate Learning Support Assistant - SEMH Primary School

Gateshead | Full-Time | Term Time Only

Are you a graduate looking to gain meaningful experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, social work, or pastoral support?

Protocol Education is working in partnership with a nurturing SEMH primary school in Gateshead that is seeking a dedicated Graduate Learning Support Assistant to support pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural and learning support. This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference while developing invaluable skills within a specialist educational setting.

The Role

As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils across the primary age range, helping them overcome barriers to learning and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Supporting children to regulate emotions and engage positively with learning
• Delivering small-group intervention sessions
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting behaviour management strategies and positive outcomes
• Working alongside teachers, SEND staff and pastoral teams
• Encouraging resilience, independence and self-esteem

Why This Role?

This position provides first-hand experience of working with children who have experienced challenges such as trauma, anxiety, attachment needs and social-emotional difficulties.

You'll gain experience in:

✅ Behaviour support strategies

✅ SEMH and SEND provision

✅ Trauma-informed approaches

✅ Classroom management techniques

✅ Child development and emotional regulation

✅ Preparing for teacher training or postgraduate study

The Ideal Candidate

• Graduate in any subject area
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable children
• Interested in a future career within education or child development
• Resilient, patient and empathetic
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with children, coaching, youth work, tutoring or mentoring is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEMH training
• Dedicated support from your Protocol Education consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment
• Valuable experience within a specialist primary setting

If you're looking to build a rewarding career supporting children with additional needs, this Gateshead SEMH school offers the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make a lasting impact.

Apply today through Protocol Education and begin your journey into education.