Students & Graduates - Become An LSA!

Looking to gain meaningful experience this October? Protocol Education are working with mainstream and SEND schools across Bristol who are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate students and graduates to join them this autumn. Whether you're studying Psychology, Education, Sociology, Sport, Criminology or another subject entirely, this is an excellent opportunity to develop valuable skills, make a genuine difference, and gain classroom experience that employers and training providers genuinely value. If you're considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, social care, or pastoral support, an October start is the perfect chance to get your foot in the door and build experience throughout the academic year. What You'll Be Doing You'll work closely with pupils who need additional support, encouragement, and guidance throughout the school day. This could include:

• Providing 1:1 support for children with additional needs
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and navigate challenging moments
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and resilience
• Working alongside teachers, SENDCOs, and pastoral teams
• Helping create a safe and positive learning environment

No two days are the same, but every day offers the opportunity to make a real impact. Who We're Looking For This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is available to start in October
• Is a student, graduate, or looking to begin a career in education
• Has an interest in child development, behaviour, wellbeing, or SEND
• Is patient, resilient, and empathetic
• Builds positive relationships naturally
• Can remain calm, supportive, and consistent in challenging situations
• Wants practical experience working with children and young people

Why Start in October? October is one of the best times to join a school. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Join established classroom routines and school systems
• Build relationships with pupils early in the academic year
• Gain consistent experience before Christmas
• Explore different schools and settings to find what suits you best
• Put yourself in a strong position for long-term opportunities later in the year

Pay & Benefits

• £92 to £95 per day, paid weekly via PAYE
• Flexible work to fit around studies and other commitments
• Longer-term placements available for those seeking consistency
• Free access to our CPD Academy, including behaviour and SEND training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Bristol consultant
• £250 referral bonus when you recommend a teacher or support staff member

What You Can Expect

• Supportive and welcoming Bristol schools
• Strong pastoral and wellbeing teams
• Clear routines and supportive leadership
• Opportunities to learn on the job and develop transferable skills
• Experience that strengthens applications for future careers and training routes

Thinking About a Future in Education? Many of our graduates go on to pursue careers in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Youth Work
• SEN Support
• Pastoral Care
• Social Work

An October start could be the first step towards a long-term and rewarding career. What We Need to Clear You

• Passport/proof of right to work in the UK
• 2 proofs of address
• CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any explained gaps
• Two years of references, including childcare, voluntary, or youth work where applicable
• Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more in the past 5 years

Ready to make this academic year count? Apply now for October start opportunities across Bristol and begin building experience that truly makes a difference. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.