Psychology Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant (Oldham)

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Fast-track registration

Milk Academy access

Wellbeing resources

Consultant support

5-star agency reviews

Job summary

Milk Education in Oldham and Tameside is seeking enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to work across SEND schools and PRUs. Psychology graduates are especially encouraged to apply as this role offers hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with diverse needs.

You'll work alongside experienced education professionals to help pupils develop emotional regulation, social skills and confidence, while building practical experience relevant to careers in psychology and education.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology or another subject; graduates from all disciplines are welcome.
• A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, adaptable and proactive approach.
• Previous experience working with children, young people or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, social skills, confidence and independence.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement, particularly with pupils who may find mainstream education challenging.
• Work alongside teachers and support staff to meet pupils' individual learning and developmental needs.

Skills

Psychology degree

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Patient

Adaptable

Education

Degree in Psychology

Job description

Milk Education in Oldham and Tameside is seeking enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistants to work across SEND schools and PRUs. Psychology graduates are especially encouraged to apply as this role offers hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with diverse needs.

You'll work alongside experienced education professionals to help pupils develop emotional regulation, social skills and confidence, while building practical experience relevant to careers in psychology and education.