Psychology Graduate - Learning Support Assistant

Schools across Newcastle upon Tyne are seeking Psychology graduates to work as Learning Support Assistants, supporting pupils with additional learning, behavioural and emotional needs. This role offers valuable hands-on experience for graduates interested in educational psychology, clinical psychology, mental health, SEND support, teaching or pastoral careers. You will work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs and pastoral teams to help pupils remain engaged, regulated and confident in the classroom. Newcastle upon Tyne£90 – £115 per day (PAYE) | Full-Time | Immediate Start The Role As a Psychology Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils who require additional help Support pupils with SEND including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and anxiety-related needs Help pupils remain engaged during lessons Assist with behaviour regulation and emotional support strategies Deliver targeted intervention sessions where required Build positive, professional relationships with pupils The role combines academic support with pastoral guidance and behaviour management. The School Environments Roles are available across a range of Newcastle secondary schools, many of which offer: Structured behaviour systems Dedicated SEND departments Strong pastoral and safeguarding teams Inclusive classroom environments Supportive senior leadership Support staff play a crucial role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. Who This Role Suits Psychology graduates seeking relevant experience Graduates considering educational psychology or mental health careers Individuals interested in SEND or behaviour support roles Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent individuals Experience supporting young people is helpful but not essential. Pay & Benefits £90 – £115 per day (PAYE only) Weekly pay Immediate start opportunities CPD including safeguarding, behaviour and SEND training Valuable experience for postgraduate psychology routes Potential progression into long-term school roles If you are a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful experience working with young people in schools across Newcastle, apply today to discuss current opportunities. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.