Graduate Teaching Assistant | Psychology & Education | Gateshead

Location: Gateshead
Job Type: Contract
Reference: 311041191
Salary: £98 - £128/day
Job Published: 29 September 2026

Graduate Teaching Assistant | Psychology & Education | Gateshead

Location: Gateshead
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: As soon as available
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£128 per day, depending on experience

Considering a Career in Teaching or Educational Psychology?

Protocol Education are looking for enthusiastic graduates to work as Teaching Assistants across Gateshead.

This is a fantastic opportunity for Psychology, Education, Childhood Studies and related graduates who want to gain classroom experience before moving into their chosen career.

What You'll Do

  • Support pupils in lessons
  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support
  • Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
  • Support literacy and communication
  • Encourage positive behaviour
  • Build relationships with students
  • Support emotional wellbeing
  • Promote independence
  • Work alongside experienced teachers
  • Help create a positive learning environment

Why Graduates?

This role gives you the opportunity to develop:

  • Classroom experience
  • Behaviour-management skills
  • Communication skills
  • Knowledge of SEND
  • Understanding of child development
  • Professional experience working with young people

The Ideal Candidate

You don't need to have worked in a school before.

We're looking for graduates who are:

  • Confident
  • Approachable
  • Patient
  • Reliable
  • Enthusiastic
  • Naturally good with people
  • Keen to learn and develop

Could Lead Towards

Teaching | Educational Psychology | SEND | Youth Work | Mental Health | Child Development | Pastoral Support

Protocol Education Benefits

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

If you're a graduate looking to get your foot in the door of education, apply today.