Psychology Graduate

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational service provider is looking for a Trainee Teaching Assistant who is a Psychology graduate. This role offers the chance to gain a Level 2 TA qualification while gaining hands-on experience in schools, particularly with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will receive mentorship and support while working flexible hours in various school placements.

Benefits

Ongoing training and mentorship

Gain nationally recognized Level 2 qualification

Flexible working hours

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related field is required.
• Passion for working with children, especially those with additional needs.
• Experience or interest in supporting students with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the classroom with a focus on students with SEN.
• Assist with student learning, development, and emotional well-being.
• Help manage classroom behavior and create a supportive environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Degree in Psychology or a related field

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant for Psychology Graduates – Level 2 Course & Paid School Experience

Are you a psychology graduate eager to gain hands-on experience working with children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? This is the perfect opportunity for you! Join us as a Trainee Teaching Assistant and enhance your professional experience while working towards a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.

• Level 2 TA Course: Gain a nationally recognised qualification while you learn.
• Paid Experience: Gain practical experience in schools working with students, including those with SEN, before committing to long-term work.
• Specialist SEN Experience: Opportunity to work closely with students with a range of learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Ongoing Support: Access to training, mentorship, and guidance from experienced professionals in the field of education and SEN.
• Flexible Hours: Choose from a range of placements across primary and secondary schools.

• Support teachers in the classroom, with a focus on students with SEN.
• Assist with student learning, development, and emotional well-being.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and create a supportive, inclusive learning environment.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with additional needs, using strategies informed by your psychology background.

• A degree in Psychology or a related field.
• A passion for working with children, particularly those with additional needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students thrive.
• Experience or interest in working with children with SEN is desirable, but not essential.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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