Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Coventry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Wolverhampton area offers immediate start until July 2027. You will work full-time in an 'Outstanding' primary, supporting pupils with SEN, running targeted interventions, delivering 1:1 support, and using visual aids and clear routines to aid learning.

Applicants should hold a psychology degree (2:2 or above), have strong communication and patience, and be able to follow support plans with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology with a 2:2 or above.
• Enhanced DBS held or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions for pupils with additional needs.
• Provide 1:1 assistance and use visual supports.
• Maintain concise notes on impact and share next steps with staff/parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Record-keeping

SEN support

Education

Degree in Psychology (2:2 or above)

Job description

This Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant post in Willenhall offers school-based experience from an immediate start until July 2027, suiting those considering teacher training or an Educational Psychology route. Working full-time within an 'Outstanding' primary school, the successful candidate supports pupils with SEN, running purposeful interventions, delivering 1:1 assistance and using visual supports and clear routines to help children regulate and re-engage with learning. Strong communication, patience and record-keeping skills are essential. Day rate ranges from £81 to £101 on a temporary contract. Guidance comes from the SENCO and class teachers, with concise notes on pupil progress shared across staff.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Immediate start until July 2027
• £81 - £101 per day
• 'Outstanding' primary school, Wolverhampton
• Support and guidance to pupils with SEN requirements

The Role

Work alongside the SENCO and class teachers to deliver targeted support for pupils with additional needs. You’ll run short, purposeful interventions, provide 1:1 assistance, use visual supports and clear routines, and help pupils regulate and re-engage with learning. You’ll keep concise notes on impact and share next steps with staff and parents.

The Candidate

You hold a psychology (or related) degree, communicate clearly, and bring a patient, empathetic approach. You can follow support plans, maintain firm but fair boundaries, and build trust quickly with pupils and families.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in psychology subject.
• Communication – Strong verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS – Held already or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in SEN, child development and pupil wellbeing.
• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (SEN support, mentoring, tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

The School

This 'Outstanding' primary in the Wolverhampton has a strong inclusion culture and well-established SEN provision. You’ll join a supportive team with clear routines, shared resources and practical coaching to help you make impact quickly.