Psychology Students - Get into Education

Whether you've recently graduated, are taking a gap year, or are exploring careers in teaching, psychology, social work, speech and language therapy, youth work or SEND, gaining experience in schools is one of the best places to start.

Protocol Education is working with a range of primary and secondary schools across BS4 that are looking for enthusiastic graduates and aspiring education professionals to join their teams immediately.

No previous school experience? No problem. If you're proactive, reliable, and passionate about supporting young people, we'll help match you with a role that suits your interests, skills and career goals.

Every day brings something different. You could be helping a pupil achieve a breakthrough in learning, supporting children with additional needs, leading small-group interventions, or building the confidence of young people who simply need encouragement from a trusted adult.

It's valuable experience that will strengthen your CV while making a genuine difference in schools.

A Variety of Roles Available

We are currently recruiting for a range of positions across all key stages, including:

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) Teaching Assistants (TAs) SEN Support Assistants Behaviour Support Assistants Cover Supervisors Tutors Classroom Support Staff School Administrators Unqualified Teachers Intervention Support Staff Early Years Support Roles Secondary Classroom Support Roles Whether you're looking for flexible work around further study or a full-time role to kickstart your career, we have opportunities available to suit you.

What You'll Be Doing

Depending on your role and experience, you could be:

Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. Assisting teachers with engaging classroom activities. Helping pupils build confidence and develop positive learning habits. Supporting children with SEND and additional learning needs. Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in lessons. Delivering intervention sessions to support attainment. Helping create safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments. Becoming a positive role model for children and young people. You'll work alongside experienced teachers and school staff who will help you develop valuable classroom skills and confidence from day one.

Who We're Looking For

This opportunity is ideal for:

Recent graduates from any degree discipline. Current university students seeking flexible work. Individuals considering careers in teaching or education. Aspiring Educational Psychologists, Social Workers, Youth Workers or Speech & Language Therapists. Those looking to gain school-based experience before postgraduate study. Strong communicators who enjoy working with people. Patient, resilient and adaptable individuals. Anyone passionate about helping children and young people succeed. Previous experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults is beneficial but not essential.

Why Work With Protocol Education?

Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE. Immediate starts available. Flexible and long-term opportunities across primary and secondary settings. Opportunities across EYFS, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2 and Secondary schools. Guaranteed work agreements available. Free access to high-quality CPD training, including SEND, safeguarding and behaviour management courses. Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant. Local placements to minimise travel. £250 Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme. Excellent experience for future careers in education and child development.

What We Need to Clear You

To begin working with Protocol Education, you'll need:

A valid passport and proof of your right to work in the UK. Two proofs of address (such as a driving licence, utility bill or council tax statement). An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of work or education history, with any gaps explained. References covering the last two years, including education, childcare, employment or voluntary work where applicable. An Overseas Police Check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more within the last 5 years.

Apply Today

If you're looking for meaningful experience, a rewarding role, and an opportunity to explore a future career working with children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're interested in primary education, secondary education, SEND support or pastoral roles, Protocol Education can help you find the right opportunity.

Apply today with your CV and let Protocol Education match you with a role where you can develop new skills, gain invaluable experience and make a real difference from your very first day.

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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