Psychology Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Psychology graduates for the role of Teaching Assistant in Sunderland. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with students who have special needs, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning difficulties. The supportive school environment fosters professional growth and development, making it an ideal setting for those aspiring to become Educational Psychologists or Speech and Language Therapists. Join a team that values patience, understanding, and flexibility, and contribute to making a positive impact on students' lives while enhancing your own skills in special education.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Free in-person CPD courses

Personal online lounge for availability updates

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates with an interest in special education are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with SEND is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support students' development and learning.
• Provide 1:1 and general support to students as needed.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Patience

Understanding of SEND

Flexibility

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant - Sunderland

Are you a Psychology graduate with an interest in developing your experience in working with students with additional needs? Do you have relevant experience or an interest in working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional or Mental Health (SEMH) needs or PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties)?

Are you hoping to go on to become an Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist or work in Clinical Psychology?

Then look no further as this is one of the nicest schools I work with and they are very supportive and welcoming with all new staff.

Protocol Education require Teaching Assistants to work with children who have special needs within a great school based in Newcastle. This role will give you a good overview into working with special needs. They are specifically looking for psychology graduates who have a keen interest in developing their SEN skills and can also help out with interventions.

Salary: £83.85-£100 per day

Requirements

1. A patient and understanding approach
2. An interest in working with students with SEND
3. Be flexible in your approach
4. Existing DBS check on the update service - NEW DBS CHECKS CAN BE APPLIED FOR
5. Existing experience working with children or adults with SEND advantageous, but not required

Responsibilities

1. Assist and support with the development and learning of students within the school
2. Provide 1:1 and general support to students according to requirements for the day
3. Work alongside other teaching and support staff to ensure a safe and productive work environment is maintained
4. Be responsible for ensuring school policies are upheld including behaviour policies

About Us

Protocol Education is one of the leading education recruitment specialists in Newcastle. We work with thousands of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools in the North East alone so can help you find your perfect job.

Benefits of working with us

1. Your personal online lounge where you can update your availability for work
2. Competitive rates of pay
3. Continued support through all placements via a dedicated consultant
4. Free in-person CPD courses.

If you think you have what it takes to succeed in this or similar roles, or for further information and to begin registration, apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.