Graduate Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant Location: Gateshead Pay Scale: £90-100 a day Perfect for Psychology, Education & Social Science graduates Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs? Thinking about a future career in educational psychology, teaching, mental health, or social care? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Graduate Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work in a secondary school in Gateshead. This is an excellent opportunity to build meaningful experience working with pupils who have experienced trauma, anxiety, attachment difficulties and emotional regulation challenges. The school offers a calm, structured and nurturing environment, grounded in trauma-informed practice and strong pastoral support. You’ll be supported by experienced staff while developing practical skills that are highly valued in education and mental health settings. What you’ll gain from this role: Hands-on experience supporting children with SEMH needs Exposure to trauma-informed and restorative approaches Experience working alongside teachers, staff and external professionals Practical skills in behaviour support, emotional regulation and de-escalation A strong foundation for careers in education, psychology and mental health Your day-to-day role will include: Supporting pupils 1:1 and in ...