Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 887,000 - 976,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra hours paid

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is helping a high-achieving school in St Helens recruit a Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, for the full academic year, with a competitive pay of £500-£550 per week.

You will support pupils with learning, work with teachers to foster an inclusive environment and tailor support for pupils with additional needs, helping them build confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Psychology degree at 2:1 level or above is essential.
• Candidates must be in the process of interviewing for a relevant role.
• A genuine passion for education and supporting children and young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, proactive and adaptable approach.
• Previous experience working with children is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning, engagement and development across the school.
• Work closely with experienced teachers to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Encourage pupils to build confidence, develop independence and reach their full potential.
• Opportunities to take part in before-school, after-school and extracurricular activities, with additional paid hours available.

Skills

Psychology degree

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient/proactive

Education

Psychology degree 2:1 or above

Job description

Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant

Location: St Helens, WA10

£500-£550 per week | Full-time | Monday to Friday | Full Academic Year

Are you a Psychology graduate ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Psychology graduate to join a high-achieving school in St Helens, gaining invaluable, hands-on experience in education while making a genuine impact on pupils' academic progress, confidence and development.

If you are passionate about working with children and considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology or a related field, this could be the perfect opportunity to kick-start your career.

The Role

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday, for the full academic year.

• Support pupils with their learning, engagement and development across the school.

• Work closely with experienced teachers to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs.

• Encourage pupils to build confidence, develop independence and reach their full potential.

• Opportunities to take part in before-school, after-school and extracurricular activities, with additional paid hours available.

What We're Looking For

• A Psychology degree at 2:1 level or above is essential.

• Candidates must be in the process of interviewing for a relevant role.

• A genuine passion for education and supporting children and young people.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A patient, proactive and adaptable approach.

• Previous experience working with children is advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay of £500-£550 per week.

• A full-time position for the entire academic year.

• The opportunity to gain substantial, practical experience within a high-achieving school.

• Additional earning potential through extracurricular activities before and after school.

• The chance to develop essential skills and build a strong foundation for a future career in education.

This is more than just a Teaching Assistant role. It is an opportunity to turn your Psychology degree into meaningful, real-world experience, develop professionally and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

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