Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant. Job in Barnet Education & Training Jobs

Ribbons & Reeves; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruiter seeks a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant for a well-regarded boys' secondary school in Barnet. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to support students with special educational needs while gaining valuable experience in education. Ideal for graduates pursuing careers in educational psychology or teaching, you will work closely with students aged 14-18, helping them develop emotional regulation and learning strategies through targeted interventions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or closely related field required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students within mainstream lessons alongside classroom teachers.
• Deliver structured interventions focused on emotional wellbeing and behaviour.
• Assist students in developing effective learning strategies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Interest in supporting young people

Education

First-Class or 2:1 degree in Psychology

Job description

Job Description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Barnet

Contract: September 2025 July 2026 (Term-Time Only)
Pay: 105.00 per day (PAYE)
Interviews: June/July 2025

Are you a high-achieving Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience in an educational setting We are recruiting for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded boys secondary school in Barnet supporting students aged 1418 with special educational needs and academic interventions.

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant you will work across GCSE and A-Level year groups supporting students with a range of needs including Autism ADHD and anxiety. You will contribute to the schools pastoral and academic provision helping students develop emotional regulation resilience and learning strategies through targeted interventions and one-to-one support.

In your role as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant you will:

• Support students within mainstream lessons alongside classroom teachers
• Deliver structured interventions focused on emotional wellbeing and behaviour
• Collaborate with the SEND department to monitor and support pupil progress
• Assist students in developing effective learning strategies and coping mechanisms

This position is ideal for aspiring educational psychologists clinical psychologists teachers or those interested in mental health and youth development. You will be supported by an experienced SENDCo and a wider team of graduate teaching assistants many of whom progress into postgraduate study or teacher training.

We are looking for:

• A First-Class or 2:1 degree in Psychology (or a closely related field)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine interest in supporting young people with additional needs
• A commitment to the full academic year from September 2025

Taking on the role of a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant offers a meaningful opportunity to make a real impact on students wellbeing and development. If you are empathetic patient and passionate about psychology in education this could be the perfect role for you.

Apply now to secure your Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant placement for theacademic year.

Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We help graduates secure long-term and permanent roles like this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Barnet. To see similar positions search Ribbons & Reeves on Indeed. We look forward to supporting your application for this exciting opportunity.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Barnet INDCLASS

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1