Psychology Graduate | Autism & SEND Teaching Assistant | Gateshead

Location: Gateshead
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as available
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£120 per day, depending on experience

Develop Your Understanding of Autism and SEND

Protocol Education are recruiting a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism and additional needs in Gateshead.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical SEND experience while developing your understanding of communication, behaviour, emotional regulation and individual development.

Your Day Could Include

• Providing 1:1 support
• Supporting small-group activities
• Helping pupils access lessons
• Supporting communication and interaction
• Encouraging social development
• Supporting emotional regulation
• Helping pupils manage transitions
• Promoting independence
• Encouraging positive behaviour
• Building trusting relationships

You'll work closely with experienced teachers and support staff, giving you the opportunity to learn how different strategies can help individual pupils.

Why This Role?

A Psychology degree can provide a strong foundation for understanding:

Behaviour | Development | Communication | Mental Health | Neurodiversity | Social Interaction

You'll now be able to develop that understanding through direct experience.

Suitable For

This role could be particularly useful for graduates considering:

• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Teaching
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech & Language Therapy
• SEND
• Child Development
• Mental Health

What We're Looking For

• Psychology or related degree
• Genuine interest in SEND
• Patient and compassionate approach
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable and professional
• Willingness to learn
• Previous SEND experience desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Competitive daily pay
• FREE CPD and specialist training
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Dedicated consultant
• Ongoing support
• Long-term opportunities
• £50 Refer a Friend bonus

Apply today to start building valuable experience in SEND.

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.

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