Primary Teaching Assistant - Psychology Grad & SEN Support

Prospero Teaching; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for a motivated Teaching Assistant to support primary school students in Oldham. This full-time role is ideal for Psychology graduates interested in areas like educational psychology and child development. Responsibilities include classroom support, leading interventions, and helping pupils with additional needs. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree in Psychology or a related subject. The position offers competitive weekly pay and is a long-term opportunity starting in December 2025.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Minimum of 12 weeks' experience working with children or young people.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engaging lessons to maintain pupil motivation.
• Lead group interventions for educational and social support.
• Implement behaviour strategies to promote positive choices.
• Support pupils with special educational needs.
• Manage classroom activities in the absence of the teacher.

Skills

Classroom support

Intervention delivery

Behaviour support

Support for additional needs

Education

Psychology degree or related subject

Job description

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for a motivated Teaching Assistant to support primary school students in Oldham. This full-time role is ideal for Psychology graduates interested in areas like educational psychology and child development. Responsibilities include classroom support, leading interventions, and helping pupils with additional needs. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree in Psychology or a related subject. The position offers competitive weekly pay and is a long-term opportunity starting in December 2025.