Criminology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Studied criminology and want to work with behaviour in a real-world setting?

We're looking for a Criminology graduate to step into a Teaching Assistant role in Gateshead, supporting pupils who need structure, guidance, and someone who gets it.

If you're searching for graduate jobs in schools or exploring SEND support jobs in Gateshead, this is a powerful first step.

Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term-time only

What your day will look like:

• Supporting pupils with behavioural needs in the classroom
• Helping manage routines and transitions
• Building trust with pupils who need consistency
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Working closely with teachers and SEN staff

Why Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free behaviour and SEND training
• Long-term career pathways
• Hands-on experience for future roles in youth work or education

Perfect if you're exploring Teaching Assistant jobs in Gateshead and meaningful graduate jobs in 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.

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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