Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Filey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational provider in Filey is looking for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support learners with emotional and behavioral needs. The role includes assisting teachers and implementing strategies that foster independence and self-esteem among pupils. The ideal candidate must possess a psychology degree and a deep understanding of safeguarding protocols. This position offers invaluable experience for those pursuing a career in clinical psychology or SEN teaching.

Qualifications

• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Ability to implement de-escalation and sensory regulation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Implement strategies to aid learning.
• Assist teachers with planning and intervention.
• Encourage pupils to build self-esteem.
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Strong communication

Education

Psychology degree (or closely related field)

Job description

Job Title: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

GSL Education are seeking an enthusiastic Psychology Graduate for a specialist SEN setting in Filey. This role is excellent preparation for careers in clinical psychology, SEN teaching or therapeutic support.

About the School

• A progressive SEND provision that integrates therapeutic practice into everyday learning.
• Works with pupils with autism, SEMH challenges and communication needs.
• Provides structured interventions, mentoring and reflective practice training.
• Focuses on emotional wellbeing, confidence building and personalised progression.

Responsibilities

Support learners with emotional and behavioural needs

Implement strategies such as de‑escalation, task‑chunking and sensory regulation

Assist teachers with assessment, planning and intervention

Encourage pupils to build self‑esteem and independence

Communicate effectively with staff and parents

Requirements

• Psychology degree (or closely related field)
• Empathy, resilience and strong communication
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.

If you would like to apply for the position of Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up‑to‑date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.