Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Academics; Padham's Green; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Barking and Dagenham is seeking a Psychology graduate to join a supportive school in Barking and Dagenham as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant. You will work as a Learning Support Assistant, providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.

This role leverages psychology knowledge to understand learning and behavioural needs, supports academic progress, confidence and engagement, and involves collaboration with teachers.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and patience.
• Desire to work in education and SEN.
• Willingness to support pupils one-to-one and in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group learning support.
• Assist pupils with academic progress, confidence and engagement.
• Support learning across different subjects and activities.
• Work closely with teachers and school staff.
• Help create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Enthusiasm

Teamwork

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Barking and Dagenham

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to begin a rewarding career supporting young people in education? We are seeking a motivated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school environment in Barking and Dagenham.

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work as a Learning Support Assistant, providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils who may benefit from additional academic, emotional and behavioural guidance. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your psychology knowledge within a school setting while gaining valuable experience in education and training.

The Role - Barking & Dagenham

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Working as a Learning Support Assistant with pupils across the school.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group learning support.
• Supporting pupils with their academic progress, confidence and engagement.
• Using your Psychology background to understand individual learning and behavioural needs.
• Working closely with teachers and other school staff.
• Developing practical experience within education and training.
• Helping create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

About You - Barking and Dagenham

We are looking for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, patient and passionate about helping young people succeed. A Psychology degree is desirable, alongside excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in working within schools.

This role offers valuable education and training experience and could be particularly suited to graduates considering careers in educational psychology, teaching, counselling, SEN support or other child-focused professions.

If you are a Psychology graduate ready to take your first step into a career supporting young people, this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity in/around Barking and Dagenham could be an excellent next move.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.