Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Slough

Academics Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational organization is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant in Slough to start in January. This full-time role involves supporting students with emotional, behavioral, and academic needs, assisting teachers, and creating a positive learning environment. Ideal for graduates interested in educational psychology or child development. Salary is between £90 - £95 per day, offering an excellent opportunity for gaining practical experience.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate with an interest in educational psychology.
• Keen interest in child development and mental health.
• Ability to support emotional and behavioural needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils' emotional and behavioural needs.
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery.
• Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils.
• Observing and reporting on pupil progress.
• Collaborating with SEN and pastoral teams.

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant - Slough - January Start

Are you a Psychology graduate with a keen interest in child development, mental health, or educational psychology?

A welcoming and supportive school in Slough is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team this January. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate looking to gain practical experience working with children and young people with additional needs - ideal for those considering a future in educational psychology, clinical psychology, or child and adolescent mental health.

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students who require additional emotional, behavioural, or academic support. You will play a key role in helping to create a safe and positive learning environment where all pupils can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting pupils' emotional and behavioural needs in and out of the classroom
• Assisting teachers in delivering lesson content and helping students engage with learning
• Working 1:1 with pupils or in small groups to support learning and social development
• Observing, recording, and reporting on pupil progress to support interventions
• Collaborating with SEN and pastoral teams to implement tailored support strategies

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience that will support your understanding of psychological theory in a real‑world educational setting.

Role details

• Position: Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant
• Location: Slough
• Start Date: January
• Salary: £90 - £95 per day
• Hours: Full time, 8:30am - 4:00pm

If you're a Psychology graduate interested in this Teaching Assistant position in Slough, please contact Ryan Pike at Academics Ltd on (phone number removed) or apply directly to this advert.