Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant – Specialist School, Gateshead Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of young people? A specialist school in Gateshead is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. The Opportunity This full-time position provides excellent experience for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Mental Health Support, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy or Teaching. Responsibilities Provide classroom and emotional support to pupils Assist with individual behaviour support plans Encourage positive social interactions and engagement Support students in overcoming barriers to learning Requirements Psychology degree preferred Understanding of SEND and SEMH needs desirable Positive, patient and proactive attitude Strong interpersonal skills Join a dedicated team committed to helping every learner achieve their potential. 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.