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An established industry player is seeking psychology or criminology graduates for a full-time role supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in a nurturing primary school environment, working closely with experienced educators and professionals. Ideal candidates will develop essential skills in behaviour management and trauma-informed practices while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. This role not only provides invaluable experience but also opens pathways to further studies or permanent positions in educational psychology, social work, or related fields.

Must be a psychology or criminology graduate or final-year undergraduate.
Available for full-time work in a supportive educational environment.

Support pupils with SEMH and complex needs in an inclusive setting.
Build trusting relationships to help children overcome learning barriers.
Assist with interventions to promote emotional resilience.

Behaviour Management

Emotional Regulation

Trauma-Informed Approaches

Psychology Degree

Criminology Degree

Final-Year Undergraduate

Psychology & Criminology Graduates – SEND Support Assistants Needed

Are you apsychology or criminology graduate, or a final-year undergraduate, looking for hands-on experience working with children with additional needs? Protocol Education is offering a fantastic opportunity to gainpractical experiencein a well-led, nurturing primary school in North Tyneside.

Thisfull-time, term-time onlyrole is ideal for those interested in careers ineducational psychology, mental health, social work, youth justice, or teaching. You will be working closely with children who have experienced significant trauma and have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Why This Role?

Gainhands-on experiencesupporting children with SEMH needs in a structured school environment
Work alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
Develop skills inbehaviour management, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed approaches
A long-term opportunity that could lead to a permanent role or support further studies

The Role Involves:

Supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs in a well-run, inclusive setting
Building trusting relationships to help children overcome barriers to learning
Assisting with interventions designed to promote emotional resilience and engagement
Learning from professionals in education, psychology, and child development

This is an excellent opportunity toapply your psychology or criminology knowledge in a real-world settingwhile making a meaningful impact. Whether you're preparing for postgraduate study or considering a career in education, youth work, or rehabilitation, this role providesinvaluable experienceand professional development.

Please note: Applicants must be psychology or criminology graduates, or in their final year of study, and available for full-time work.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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