Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited invites Psychology graduates to join primary schools in Oldham, Greater Manchester as Psychology Graduate Support Assistants, starting November 2026 to support pupils’ development and social-emotional needs.

In this role you will provide 1:1 and small group interventions, help manage classrooms, and inspire a love of learning while building your career in teaching or educational psychology.

Qualifications

• Recent psychology graduate seeking to work in education and pupil development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience with young people is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside 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.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with young people

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

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 Oldham, Greater Manchester who are seeking motivated Psychology graduates to join their support teams for November 2026. 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.