Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Gateshead

Location: Gateshead
Job Type: Contract
Reference: 311040999
Salary: £98 - £120/day
Job Published: 28 September 2026

Psychology Graduate | 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–£115 per day, depending on experience

Turn Your Psychology Degree Into Real-World Experience

Are you a Psychology graduate interested in Educational Psychology, child development, teaching, mental health or SEND?

Protocol Education are working with a welcoming school in Gateshead looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the knowledge from your degree and apply it in a real school environment while gaining valuable experience working directly with young people.

The Role

You will:

  • Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups
  • Help students overcome barriers to learning
  • Support emotional regulation and wellbeing
  • Encourage positive behaviour and engagement
  • Develop positive relationships with pupils
  • Support communication and social development
  • Assist with literacy and classroom learning
  • Observe pupils and recognise changes in behaviour or engagement
  • Work alongside teachers and support staff
  • Encourage confidence and independence

This Could Be Ideal If You're Considering

  • Educational Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Child Psychology
  • Teaching
  • SEND
  • Mental Health
  • Counselling
  • Speech & Language Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Social Work

You don't need extensive school experience. We're looking for someone who is patient, observant, confident and genuinely interested in working with young people.

What You'll Gain

You'll develop practical experience in:

Child development | Behaviour | SEND | Emotional wellbeing | Communication | Professional practice

What Protocol Education Offers

  • 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 Psychology graduate looking for meaningful experience with young people, apply today.