Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

A forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Newcastle is looking for a compassionate and driven Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join the team.

This is a school with a strong focus on relationships, wellbeing, and preparing students for life beyond the classroom. With a curriculum built around engagement and real-world application, staff here take a proactive approach to supporting students with a wide range of needs, particularly around behaviour, SEMH, and engagement.

If you’re a Psychology graduate looking to build hands-on experience, whether that’s towards educational psychology, therapy, or teaching, this is a brilliant place to start.

Newcastle
£92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate Start

The Role

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students across KS3 and KS4, both in and out of lessons
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils who need additional support
• Support students with SEMH needs, including anxiety, low mood, and behavioural challenges
• Help students regulate emotions and stay engaged with learning
• Work alongside teaching staff to adapt approaches and resources
• Build strong, consistent relationships with students

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, perfect for building real, practical experience.

What This School Is Like

Staff working here benefit from:

• A strong focus on student wellbeing and relationships
• A flexible and engaging curriculum model
• Supportive and visible leadership
• A team that works closely together to support students
• A setting where pastoral care is just as important as academic progress

It’s a school where understanding the “why” behind behaviour is key, and where your input will genuinely matter.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• Psychology graduates exploring careers in educational psychology, CAMHS, or therapy
• Individuals interested in SEMH, behaviour, and student wellbeing
• Those with experience in support work, care, or youth settings
• Patient, empathetic individuals who can build trust and stay calm under pressure
• People who are proactive, reflective, and eager to learn

No school experience is required. If you understand behaviour, communication, and emotional needs, you’ll be well suited to this role.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 – £110.18 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start
• FREE access to our CPD Academy, including behaviour, safeguarding, and SEMH training
• Opportunity to gain relevant experience for further study or training
• Potential for long-term or permanent roles
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

If you’re a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful experience, develop your understanding of young people, and take a step towards your future career, this could be exactly what you’re looking for.

Apply now or drop us a message to chat it through, we’ll keep things simple and help you find the right fit.

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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