Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Accrington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Psychology Graduate to join their team as a Teaching Assistant. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while contributing to the academic success of students. The ideal candidate will support teachers, work collaboratively with professionals and parents, and establish trusting relationships with pupils. This position not only enhances your skills but also allows you to make a significant impact in a supportive educational environment. If you're passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Psychology degree required for the Teaching Assistant role.
• Experience with children is essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in creating an engaging learning environment.
• Assist in delivering lessons and sessions to small groups.

Skills

Psychology Degree

Experience working with children

Understanding of safeguarding

Understanding of children's SEMH needs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

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Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant, Accrington

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Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Accrington, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

At our school, we are committed to fostering a dynamic and supportive learning environment that empowers both our students and staff to thrive. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Psychology Graduate to join our team as a Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while contributing to the academic success of our students.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Psychology Graduate
Location: Accrington
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: Summer Term

Key Responsibilities:

- Support the teacher in creating a stimulating and engaging learning environment.

- Work collaboratively with teachers, other professionals and parents, ensuring to meet the needs of the children.

- Commit to the wider life of the school and the community of the school.

- Assist the class teacher with delivering lessons and sessions to small groups.

- Have an understanding of children’s needs so that interventions can be planned and delivered.

- Establish trusting relationships with pupils and interact with them in order to support their needs.

You will need:

- A Psychology degree.

- Experience working with children.

- A good understanding of safeguarding.

- Enhanced DBS on the update service.

- A good understanding of children’s Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

If you are interested in this role, please apply for with your CV.

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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