Bournemouth first-team coach Graeme Jones has joined Steve Bruce's coaching staff as Newcastle attempt to arrest their slide down the table.
Bruce, who has been criticised by fans, said former Luton boss Jones would bring a "fresh voice" to the team.
"He is vastly experienced and hugely passionate about the club," he added.
"He is from [Gateshead] but has been away for 35 years so the opportunity to come in and give us a hand is one he has jumped at."
Jones will become Bruce's assistant having held the same role at Bournemouth under boss Jason Tindall.