Are you a Criminology Graduate looking to gain meaningful experience before a career in Probation Services, Youth Justice, Policing, Social Work, Youth Work or Education? Protocol Education is recruiting an enthusiastic Criminology Graduate to support students in a successful secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your understanding of behaviour, safeguarding, social influences and intervention strategies while making a genuine difference to young people's lives. The school is committed to creating an inclusive and ambitious environment where every student feels valued, supported and able to succeed. With a strong emphasis on personal development, resilience and aspiration, staff work collaboratively to help students overcome barriers and achieve their full potential. Newcastle upon Tyne £92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE) Full-Time | Immediate & January Starts Available | Long-Term Opportunity The Role As a Criminology Graduate, you may work as a: Behaviour Support Assistant Learning Mentor Pastoral Support Assistant SEMH Support Assistant Inclusion Support Assistant SEND Teaching Assistant Student Wellbeing Mentor You'll gain invaluable experience by: Supporting students on a one-to-one and small-group basis Building positive relationships that promote confidence and engagement Supporting pupils with SEND, Autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH needs Helping students make positive choices and overcome barriers to learning Promoting positive behaviour and emotional resilience Supporting restorative and pastoral approaches within the school Working alongside teachers, pastoral teams and SEND professionals Supporting attendance, wellbeing and personal development initiatives Encouraging students to develop independence and self-belief Every day provides an opportunity to positively influence young people whilst developing skills that are highly valued across youth justice, education, social care and public services. Why Criminology Graduates Choose This Opportunity Gain practical experience working with young people Develop behaviour management and de-escalation skills Build experience supporting vulnerable learners Strengthen applications for policing, probation and social work careers Develop transferable skills in communication, safeguarding and mentoring Access excellent CPD and specialist SEND training Work within a supportive secondary school environment Long-term opportunities with routes into permanent employment Why This School? This school prides itself on being a diverse and inclusive community where students are placed at the centre of everything it does. Staff have high expectations and work together to ensure every learner feels a sense of belonging and is supported to succeed. The school promotes confidence, resilience and compassion while encouraging students to become responsible and active members of their communities. This makes it an excellent environment for graduates who want to gain meaningful experience supporting young people from a wide range of backgrounds. We're Looking For A degree in Criminology or a related subject A genuine passion for supporting young people Strong communication and interpersonal skills A calm, proactive and adaptable approach Excellent relationship-building abilities Resilience, empathy and professionalism Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential Whether you've volunteered, worked in mentoring, sports coaching, care, youth work, customer service or community projects, we'd love to hear from you. Pay & Benefits £92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE only) Weekly pay No umbrella companies FREE access to our CPD Academy FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education Long-term and permanent opportunities Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement Apply Today If you're ready to gain valuable experience while making a genuine difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this Criminology Graduate opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne. 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. 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