Graduate Learning Support

Are you a recent graduate looking for meaningful work, valuable experience, and a chance to make a genuine impact?

At Protocol Education
, we're seeking ambitious, enthusiastic graduates to support students across a range of Primary, Secondary and SEND schools throughout Durham and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, social work, speech and language therapy, or SEND support, this is the perfect opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in diverse educational settings while building skills that will enhance your future career.

No two days are the same.

Working on a flexible supply basis gives you the opportunity to experience different schools, age groups, and educational environments while developing confidence, adaptability, and classroom expertise.

You’ll gain exposure to:

• Primary education
• Secondary education
• Specialist SEND settings
• SEMH and alternative provisions
• One-to-one student support
• Small group interventions
• Classroom-based learning support
• Behaviour and pastoral support

This variety allows you to discover where your strengths lie while building an impressive portfolio of practical experience.

As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers and school leaders to help students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis
• Assisting learners with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs
• Delivering targeted intervention sessions
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Supporting classroom learning activities
• Helping students develop confidence, resilience, and independence
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Every day presents an opportunity to positively influence a young person's educational journey.

Many of our graduates go on to pursue careers through routes such as:

• PGCE
• Schools Direct
• SCITT
• Teacher Apprenticeships
• Educational Psychology
• SEN Teaching
• Youth and Community Work

This role provides valuable school-based experience that universities, training providers, and employers actively look for.

You’ll develop:

• Classroom management skills
• Behaviour management strategies
• SEND knowledge and experience
• Communication and leadership skills
• Confidence working with children and young people
• A strong understanding of school life and educational practice

We welcome graduates from all degree backgrounds.

You may be studying or have completed:

• Psychology
• Education Studies
• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Sport
• Health & Social Care
• Criminology
• Sociology
• Childhood Studies
• Or any other degree subject

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about supporting young people
• Interested in a future career in education
• Positive, adaptable, and resilient
• A strong communicator
• Eager to learn and develop professionally

Previous experience working with children or young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, volunteering, care work, youth work, sports coaching, or similar settings is advantageous but not essential.

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities across Primary, Secondary and SEND settings
• Free CPD and accredited training courses
• Ongoing professional development
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• A clear pathway into teaching and education careers