Graduate Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in SEND Schools. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work closely with students, providing essential support and mentoring. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Psychology and demonstrate strong communication, empathy, and organizational skills. With excellent training and support provided, this position is perfect for those eager to make a positive impact in the lives of children. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Strong knowledge of psychological theories and ethical practices.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in SEND Schools.
• Work 1:1 with pupils in classroom and mentoring sessions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Psychological Theories Knowledge

Data Analysis Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Master's Degree in Psychology

Tools

Relevant Software for Data Analysis

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Barnet, Northwest London

Are you a Graduate Teaching Assistant who would like to work with children in SEND Schools and Specialist Behaviour Units, supporting children with additional needs such as Anxiety, SEMH, ASD? Are you seeking a full time role working with children with additional needs starting immediately and for the full academic year?

• Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Barnet - Northwest London
• TERM TIME ONLY

As a specialist graduate teaching assistant, you will be working with children on a 1 to 1 basis. The children that you will be working with will all have a variety of additional needs. You will be working with pupils in the classroom and in specialist 1:1 mentoring sessions. This school will offer excellent support and training to all new starters.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology or related field.
• Strong knowledge of psychological theories, research methodologies, and ethical practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Empathy, compassion, and a genuine interest in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using relevant software or tools for data analysis or research purposes.
• Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance, or willingness to undergo the process.

If you feel this is the right role for you then please apply by using the link provided or contact Hollie Myers directly on (phone number removed).

"Empowering Learning Ltd. are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation."

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