Science Graduates – Learning Support Assistants (Immediate Start)
£90–£115 per day
Various schools across Newcastle
Full-time & long-term roles available
Immediate start | Enhanced DBS required
Are you a Science graduate with a curious mind and a passion for helping others learn?
We’re looking for motivated graduates to join our partner schools across Newcastle as Learning Support Assistants, supporting pupils to build confidence in and out of the classroom.
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your subject knowledge to inspire young people while gaining valuable experience in education. You’ll support students who need extra guidance with science concepts, practical skills, and classroom engagement – helping them discover that learning can be exciting and achievable.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups during science lessons
2. Helping students understand key topics and practical experiments
3. Encouraging curiosity, confidence, and independent learning
4. Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities
What we’re looking for:
5. A degree in a Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field)
6. A genuine interest in education and supporting young people
7. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach
8. A valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)
What we offer:
9. Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
10. Free access to our online CPD Academy
11. Guidance and support from a dedicated local consultant
12. Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
13. Fast-track registration for an immediate start
If you’re ready to put your science skills into practice and help young learners succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact your local Newcastle branch to find out more.
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 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.
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