Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Psychology Graduate Support Assistant to join primary schools in Ashton-under-Lyne from January 2027. You will work with pupils to support development including social and emotional needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions, and helping maintain a positive learning environment.

This is a great entry path for those considering teaching or educational psychology, offering hands-on classroom experience and a supportive team in an inclusive education setting.

Qualifications

• Recent Psychology graduate
• Experience with young people is a plus but not essential
• Willing to undergo safeguarding checks and recruitment screening

Responsibilities

• Work with students who need support
• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions
• Help inspire love of learning and engagement
• Support classroom management and a positive learning environment
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, reliability and willingness to learn

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivated and eager to learn

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Are you a recent Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education? Do you have a passion for inspiring young minds and supporting the next generation of pupils supporting them with their development, including their Social and Emotional Needs?

We are working with dynamic and inclusive primary schools across Ashton Under-Lyne, Tameside who are seeking motivated Psychology graduates to join their support teams for January 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity for those considering a career in teaching or educational psychology.

As a Psychology Graduate Support Assistant, you will:

• Work alongside experienced students who need support
• Provide 1:1 and small group interventions to boost engagement and understanding
• Inspire students to develop a love of learning
• Support classroom management and contribute to a positive learning environment
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to learn
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is a plus but not essential

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.