Psychology Students - Get into Education!

Not Sure What's Next After University? Start Here. Graduated this summer? Taking a gap year? Thinking about teaching, psychology, social work, speech and language therapy, or another career working with young people? Before jumping into your dream job, why not gain hands-on experience where every day makes a difference? Protocol Education is working with fantastic primary and secondary schools across BS4 looking for enthusiastic graduates and students to join their teams this September. No previous school experience? No problem. If you're positive, reliable and enjoy working with children, we'll help you find the role that's right for you. Every day is different. One minute you'll be celebrating a child's breakthrough in maths, the next you'll be helping build confidence, supporting classroom activities or simply being the friendly face that helps a pupil feel settled and ready to learn. It's experience that looks incredible on a CV—and even better in real life. Choose the Role That Suits You We have a range of exciting opportunities available, including: Learning Support AssistantTeaching AssistantCover SupervisorBehaviour Support AssistantSEN Support AssistantTutorSchool AdministratorUnqualified Teacher Whether you're looking for flexible work around further study or a full-time role for the academic year, we'll help you find the perfect fit. What You'll Be Doing No two days are the same, but you could be: Supporting pupils one-to-one or in small groups.Helping children build confidence and enjoy learning.Assisting teachers with engaging classroom activities.Encouraging positive behaviour and celebrating achievements.Supporting pupils with additional learning or SEND needs.Helping create a fun, safe and inclusive classroom environment.Becoming a trusted adult who makes a real difference every day. You'll be working alongside experienced teachers and supportive school staff who'll help you develop your confidence and classroom skills from day one. Who We're Looking For You don't need to have studied a particular subject—we're looking for people, not just degrees. This role could be perfect if you are: A graduate or current university student.Considering a future in teaching, education, psychology, social work, youth work, speech and language therapy or another child-focused profession.Friendly, enthusiastic and eager to learn.Calm, patient and able to build positive relationships.A confident communicator who enjoys working with people.Passionate about helping children reach their potential.Looking for meaningful experience before taking the next step in your career. Why Work with Protocol Education? Competitive daily pay with weekly PAYE payments.Flexible work to fit around your life and commitments.Long-term opportunities starting this September.Guaranteed work agreements for consistency and peace of mind.Free access to our CPD Academy, including SEND, behaviour and safeguarding training.Friendly support from a dedicated local Bristol consultant.Local school placements with less time commuting.£250 refer-a-friend bonus. What We Need to Get You Started Valid passport or proof of your right to work in the UK.Two proofs of address (such as a driving licence, utility bill or council tax letter).An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained.Two years of references, including work, volunteering or childcare where applicable.An Overseas Police Check (OSPC) if you have lived overseas for three months or more within the last five years. Ready to Make a Difference This September? Whether you're exploring your career options, building experience before postgraduate study or simply looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same, we'd love to help you get started. Apply today with your CV and let Protocol Education match you with a school where you can build experience, develop new skills and make a genuine impact 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.