Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education; Brighton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Horfield, Bristol. You will support pupils with additional needs and help them access learning.

The role is Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, paying £14.25 per hour and starting immediately. The contract is initially 16 weeks, with the opportunity to become permanent, and is an excellent entry route for graduates aiming to develop assessment and intervention skills in SEND.

Qualifications

• Psychology degree or similar graduate qualification.
• DBS check or willingness to obtain via employer.
• Face‑to‑face interview required.
• Salary depends on skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs in learning activities.
• Assist with classroom activities and targeted interventions.
• Monitor progress and behaviour to support development.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and SEN team.

Skills

Empathetic

Patient

Emotionally resilient

Compassionate

Approachable

Adaptable

Willing to learn

SEND support

Education

Psychology degree (Graduate)

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Horfield, Bristol
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Start: Immediate
Contract: Initially 16 weeks, with the opportunity to become permanent

Why is this ideal for Psychology graduates?

Your understanding of child development, human behaviour, emotional regulation and cognitive processes provides an excellent foundation for working with children who need additional support. You will have the opportunity to put your academic knowledge into practice, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and develop positive relationships.

Discover a unique learning environment

This inclusive primary school places compassion, respect, perseverance and courage at the heart of its community. Its approach to SEND includes personalised learning, speech and language interventions, autism support, SEMH provision and dedicated pastoral support. Children are encouraged to participate fully in school life, with individual adjustments to help everyone feel included. The latest published Ofsted inspection, in April 2024, identified areas requiring improvement across the school. The school has since joined a new academy partnership in August 2025 and confirms that it has not yet undergone a further inspection. This offers an opportunity to contribute positively to a developing school community.

What makes a great Teaching Assistant?

Previous school experience is not essential. We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, empathetic and emotionally resilient.
• Naturally compassionate and approachable.
• Positive, adaptable and willing to learn.
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Motivated by making a genuine difference.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.