Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistants – Newcastle
£90–£120 per day (depending on experience)
Secondary schools across Newcastle
Studied Criminology and want to put your skills to work supporting young people? Here’s your chance.
We’re looking for Criminology graduates to step into Teaching Assistant roles across secondary schools in Newcastle. These roles are all about making a difference—supporting students with their behaviour, helping them stay engaged in lessons, and creating positive learning environments.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting pupils with behaviour and learning in the classroom
* Working with students 1:1 or in small groups to build confidence and focus
* Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management
* Using your criminology knowledge to understand and support young people’s needs
What we’re looking for:
* A Criminology graduate (or soon-to-be graduate)
* Someone with patience, empathy, and resilience
* An interest in supporting students who may have social, emotional, or behavioural needs
* Experience working with young people (in schools, youth work, mentoring, or similar) is a bonus!
Why join Protocol Education?
* Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella deductions
* Free access to our online CPD Academy
* A dedicated consultant who’ll find you the right school fit
* Free Thrive training, giving you extra tools to support pupils’ emotional wellbeing
* Referral rewards when you recommend a friend
This role is a fantastic stepping stone for anyone considering careers in education, youth work, probation, or social care. You’ll gain hands-on experience while shaping brighter futures.
Apply today and let’s get you started in a Newcastle school.
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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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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