Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant-FULL TIME

Vision for Education; Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency is seeking a dedicated Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant in Ivybridge. This full-time role focuses on supporting primary-aged students with various educational needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Ideal for recent psychology graduates aiming to advance in educational or clinical psychology.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a 2.1 degree in Psychology or a related field.
• Experience supporting primary-aged students with SEN or ASD.
• Passionate about education and therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support primary-aged students with EHCPs, working individually or in small groups.
• Implement behavior management strategies and assist with academic and pastoral care.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Support for special educational needs

Behavior management strategies

Building relationships

Education

Degree in Psychology or related field (2.1 or higher)

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Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant - FULL TIME, Ivybridge

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22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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About the role

Are you a recent graduate with a 2.1 or higher in Psychology or a related field? Are you passionate about pursuing a career in Teaching, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Speech and Language Therapy?

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged students with ASD, special educational needs (SEN), or other learning difficulties? Are you eager to work with SEN students as a Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant, gaining invaluable experience to further your career in education or therapy?

We are currently seeking a dedicated Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant to join a wonderful primary school in Plymouth. This role will provide you with the opportunity to support students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), as well as those requiring additional support.

Key Information About the Role:

• Position: Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant
• Full-Time: Monday to Friday, term-time
• Ideal for: Aspiring Educational Psychologists, Teachers, or other related fields
• Key Responsibilities: Support primary-aged students with EHCPs, working with them individually or in small groups (up to 5 students). Implement behaviour management strategies to help students with socialisation, building routines, and emotional regulation. Assist students with both academic and pastoral aspects of their school life, supporting them to achieve their full potential. Build positive relationships with both students and staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

This inclusive primary school in Plymouth is committed to offering a well-rounded education for a diverse student body, including those with a variety of needs such as Moderate Learning Difficulties, ASD, and emotional and behavioural difficulties. As a Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students both inside and outside the classroom.

About us
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.