Psychology Graduate

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Bristol is seeking a flexible Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in the BS4 area. A psychology graduate is a great fit for hands-on experience with children. You will move between classes to support where needed, with some 1-1 work with individual pupils.

Role involves working across classes, supporting learning, daily routines and pupils with additional needs, collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO to track progress.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting is essential.
• Psychology or related degree is desirable.
• Adaptability moving between classes and year groups.
• Calm, patient and reassuring approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Reliability, professionalism and safeguarding commitment.
• DBS check (enhanced) or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Working across different classes to support teachers and pupils.
• Providing 1-1 support to individual pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting small groups and individuals to aid learning.
• Assisting children to access learning and stay engaged.
• Helping with daily routines, transitions and tasks.
• Encouraging independence and positive learning behaviours.
• Supporting social and emotional development.
• Tracking progress with class teachers and SENCO.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with children

Adaptability

Patience

Reliability

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Degree in Psychology or related subject

Job description

Location: BS4, Bristol
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

We are working with a mainstream primary school in the BS4 area of Bristol who are looking for a flexible Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a great fit for a psychology graduate wanting hands on experience with children. No two days will look the same: you will move between classes to support where you are needed most, with some 1-1 work with individual pupils too.

The Role:

• Working flexibly across different classes, supporting teachers and pupils where needed
• Providing 1-1 support to individual pupils with additional needs
• Working with small groups and individuals to support learning
• Helping children access learning and stay engaged with activities
• Assisting with daily routines, transitions and tasks throughout the school day
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive learning behaviours
• Supporting children’s social and emotional development
• Working closely with class teachers and the SENCO to track progress

We Are Looking For:

• A degree in Psychology or a related subject (desirable)
• Experience working with children in a school setting (essential)
• Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable
• Adaptability and confidence moving between classes and year groups
• A calm, patient and reassuring approach
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Reliability, professionalism and a commitment to safeguarding
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

Benefits of Working With Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
• No umbrella companies
• A dedicated recruitment consultant as your main point of contact
• Ongoing CPD and free training courses
• Access to a wide network of local schools and opportunities
• Streamlined registration and compliance support
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Valuable experience for anyone considering a career in psychology, education or SEN

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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