Psychology Graduate - SEN TA

Educato Limited; Buckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Buckley seeks a Teaching Assistant to support pupils' learning and emotional development. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist with behaviour management, and implement support plans in collaboration with teachers. Ideal candidates are psychology graduates or those with a passion for education and child development. This role offers £102 per day, excellent experience for careers in education and mental health, within a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong interest in education, SEN, or child development.
• Empathetic and confident in working with children.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across classroom and SEN environments.
• Provide 1:1 or small‑group support.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Help deliver classroom activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building

Empathy

Patience

Education

Psychology graduate or related field

Job description

Overview

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with pupils to support their learning, emotional development, and classroom engagement. You will provide 1:1 and small‑group support, help with behaviour and wellbeing strategies, and assist the class teacher in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across the school, including both classroom and SEN environments.
• Provide 1:1 or small‑group support.
• Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation.
• Help deliver classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement support plans.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate, or strong interest in education, SEN, or child development.
• Empathetic, patient, and confident working with children.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits and Salary

£102 per day. Excellent experience for careers in psychology, teaching, SEN, or mental health. Supportive school environment.