Are you a Sociology Graduate looking to gain meaningful experience before a career in Teaching, Social Work, Youth Work, Educational Psychology, Community Support or the Public Sector?

Protocol Education is recruiting an enthusiastic Sociology Graduate to support students in a successful secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your understanding of society, behaviour, inequality and personal development while making a genuine difference to young people's lives.

The school is committed to creating an inclusive, ambitious and supportive environment where students are encouraged to succeed both academically and personally.

Newcastle upon Tyne
£92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate & September Starts Available | Long-Term Opportunity

The Role

As a Sociology Graduate, you may work as a:

• Learning Mentor
• Teaching Assistant
• Behaviour Support Assistant
• Pastoral Support Assistant
• SEND Teaching Assistant
• Inclusion Support Assistant
• Student Wellbeing Mentor

You'll gain invaluable experience by:

• Supporting students on a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Building positive relationships that promote confidence and engagement.
• Supporting pupils with SEND, Autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Helping students overcome barriers to learning.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional resilience.
• Working alongside teachers, pastoral teams and SEND professionals.
• Supporting attendance, wellbeing and personal development initiatives.
• Promoting inclusion throughout the school community.

Every day provides an opportunity to positively influence young people while developing skills that are highly sought after across education, social care and public services.

Why Sociology Graduates Choose This Opportunity

• Gain practical experience working with young people.
• Develop behaviour management and pastoral support skills.
• Build experience supporting diverse learning and social needs.
• Strengthen applications for postgraduate study and professional training.
• Develop transferable skills in communication, safeguarding and mentoring.
• Access excellent CPD and specialist SEND training.
• Work within a supportive secondary school environment.
• Long-term opportunities with routes into permanent employment.

Why This School?

This secondary school has high expectations for all students and is committed to helping every young person fulfil their potential.

Staff work collaboratively to create an environment where students feel supported, challenged and valued. The school's focus on inclusion, aspiration and personal development makes it an excellent setting for graduates looking to gain meaningful experience within education.

We're Looking For

• A degree in Sociology or a related subject.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, proactive and adaptable approach.
• Excellent relationship-building abilities.
• Resilience, empathy and professionalism.
• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.

Whether you've volunteered, worked in customer service, youth settings, mentoring, care or community projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• No umbrella companies
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Apply Today

If you're ready to build valuable experience while making a genuine difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this Sociology Graduate opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne.