Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Willenhall; Vor Ort; GBP 16.000 - 20.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Graduate Network is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Wolverhampton area to support pupils with SEN. You will work with the SENCO and class teachers to deliver targeted interventions, run 1:1 sessions, and use visual supports and clear routines to help pupils access learning.

Ideal candidates hold a psychology degree (2:2 or above), have strong verbal and written communication, and can follow support plans with empathy and firmness. DBS required or willingness to obtain.

Qualifikationen

• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to follow support plans with patience and empathy.
• Experience working with children/ SEN experience desirable but not required.

Aufgaben

• Deliver targeted interventions for pupils with SEN.
• Provide 1:1 assistance and support to pupils during lessons.
• Use visual supports and clear routines to aid learning and engagement.
• Keep concise notes on impact and share next steps with staff and parents.

Kenntnisse

Verbal and written communication

Ausbildung

Psychology degree

Jobbeschreibung

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Do you want meaningful, school-based experience before teacher training or an Educational Psychology route? Could you provide calm, consistent support that helps pupils with SEN access learning and thrive?

• 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.