Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Manchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 1 children with special educational needs. This role offers the chance to gain invaluable classroom experience, working closely with experienced teachers in a nurturing primary school environment. You'll engage with students on a 1-2-1 basis and in small groups, helping them thrive academically and socially. If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in young learners' lives and considering a future in teaching or educational psychology, this position is an excellent stepping stone towards your PGCE or MA.

Qualifications

• Recent Psychology Graduate with a passion for teaching or educational psychology.
• Experience with children, either voluntary or paid, is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Key Stage 1 children with special educational needs on a 1-2-1 and small group basis.
• Engage pupils in lessons and help them reach their full potential.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Understanding of Special Educational Needs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – Manchester

Are you a recent Psychology Graduate looking to explore a career in teaching or educational psychology? This Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity is the perfect chance to gain practical classroom-based experience prior to starting your PGCE or MA.

Details:

1. Position: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
2. Salary: £90 – £100 per day
3. Duration: September 2025 – July 2026
4. Location: Supportive Primary school near central Manchester
5. Focus: Supporting Key Stage 1 children with special educational needs

The Role

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting Key Stage 1 children with special educational needs (SEND). You will be supporting pupils on a 1-2-1 and small group basis, helping them to engage with lessons and reach their full potential. You will be supported by experienced teachers, helping you to develop your skills and understanding of a range of additional learning needs.

The Candidate

This position is suitable for a Psychology Graduate who is either considering a career in teaching or educational psychology and looking to gain additional school-based experience as a graduate teaching assistant. The school is looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, and compassionate graduate who will take the time to understand the needs of individual learners. Previous experience working with children on either a voluntary or paid basis is desirable but not essential. A positive approach and a smile for every child is key!

The School

This warm and welcoming primary school, with excellent leadership and a supportive team of teachers, is recognised for its commitment to supporting children with special educational needs. The school provides a nurturing learning environment for all pupils and ensures that staff have the opportunity for personal and professional development.

This Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant position is an excellent opportunity to gain additional SEND experience prior to embarking on your PGCE or MA.

Note: Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.