Psychology Graduate Secondary Teaching Assistant

KPI Recruiting Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd is seeking a Psychology graduate for a Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Leeds (LS12). You will support secondary-aged pupils academically and pastorally, aiding learning and behaviour and working closely with teachers and pastoral staff.

The role suits graduates interested in education, SEN, and child development, with a strong emphasis on communication with teenagers and building confidence in students.

Qualifications

• Psychology degree essential.
• Experience with secondary-aged pupils or SEN is beneficial.
• Patient, adaptable, and reliable in a busy school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Support pupils with academic work.
• Work with pupils with SEN and additional needs.
• Support positive behaviour and engagement.
• Help pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Support interventions and targeted activities.
• Build positive relationships with students.
• Use psychology knowledge to adapt approach.
• Collaborate with teaching and pastoral staff.

Skills

Patience

Teen communication

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Psychology Graduate Secobndary Teaching Assistant

LS12, Leeds | £500-£530 per week | September interviews

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with young people before taking your next career step?

We are recruiting for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a secondary school in the LS12 area of Leeds. This is an ideal opportunity for a Psychology graduate interested in education, SEN, behaviour, child development or working with young people.

You’ll be working with secondary-aged pupils, supporting them both academically and pastorally and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

The role

Working alongside teachers and the wider support team, you will help pupils stay engaged, confident and supported throughout the school day.

You may be involved in:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with their academic work
• Working with students with SEN and additional needs
• Supporting positive behaviour and engagement
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence
• Supporting interventions and targeted activities
• Building positive relationships with students
• Using your understanding of psychology and behaviour to adapt your approach
• Working closely with teaching and pastoral staff

Who we’re looking for

A Psychology degree is essential.

The role would particularly suit a graduate with an interest in:

• Educational psychology
• Child and adolescent development
• SEN and additional needs
• Behaviour
• Mental wellbeing
• Neurodiversity
• Pastoral support
• Education

Previous experience working with secondary-aged young people would be beneficial, whether through education, SEN, tutoring, mentoring, youth work, social care, childcare or volunteering.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Patient and understanding
• Confident communicating with teenagers
• Positive and approachable
• Calm when dealing with challenging situations
• Adaptable and able to respond to individual needs
• Reliable and professional
• Comfortable working as part of a busy school team

Why apply?

This is a strong opportunity for a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands‑on secondary school experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, SEN, social care, counselling or another career working with young people.

£500-£530 per week, dependent on experience
LS12, Leeds
Secondary school setting
Psychology degree required
September interviews

If you’re a Psychology graduate who wants to put your degree into practice and make a genuine difference to young people’s education and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

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