Job title: Psychology Graduate – Behaviour & Learning Support
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Pay: £90–£110 per day
Contract: Full-time or part-time
Got a psychology degree and a passion for helping young people thrive?
We’re looking for graduates who want to take their understanding of behaviour, learning, and mental health into the classroom. This is a brilliant way to gain hands-on experience in schools – perfect if you’re thinking about a future career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, or mental health support.
You’ll be working in secondary schools across Newcastle, supporting pupils who need a bit of extra help with focus, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
What you’ll be doing:
* Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups, helping them stay engaged in lessons
* Assisting teachers with behaviour management and classroom routines
* Using your psychology knowledge to understand and respond to different needs
* Building positive relationships that make a real difference day to day
What we’re looking for:
* A degree in psychology (or related subject)
* Someone who’s patient, empathetic and confident around young people
* Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
* A genuine interest in education, SEN, or mental health
Why join us?
* Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
* FREE online training and CPD, including behaviour strategies and safeguarding
* A clear route into teaching, mental health or educational psychology
* A friendly local consultant who’ll match you to schools that suit you
If you’re ready to bring your skills into a role that makes a difference – and gain fantastic experience along the way – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start supporting young people in Newcastle secondary schools.
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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