Behaviour & Wellbeing Assistant - Ideal for Psychology & Sports Graduates

Location: Newport
Pay Rate: £14.30 per hour
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year

⭐Kick‑Start Your Career in Education, Psychology, or Youth Support!

Are you a Psychology Graduate, Sports Science Graduate, or currently studying a related degree? Looking to gain hands‑on experience working with young people before moving into education, psychology, SEN, or mental health routes?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and well‑respected secondary school in Newport, supporting pupils aged 11–16. This role is ideal for graduates who want real classroom experience while making a meaningful impact.

Why This Role Is Perfect for Graduates

In this role, you’ll work closely with the school’s Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and pastoral teams, supporting students with:

• Learning difficulties
• Social, emotional, and mental health needs
• Behavioural challenges
• Motivation, engagement, and confidence

Your degree will be highly relevant as you support pupils on a 1:1 and small‑group basis, apply evidence‑based learning strategies, promote emotional regulation, and encourage positive behaviour. You’ll also have the opportunity to support learning beyond the classroom through sport and physical activity (if that is your field) — developing essential skills for future careers in educational psychology, SEN, youth work, teaching, sports coaching, and mental health support.

Your Day‑to‑Day Will Include

• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support in lessons
• Helping pupils stay focused, motivated, and engaged
• Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
• Working alongside teachers, ALN staff, and pastoral teams
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive outcomes

Who We’re Looking For

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Psychology or Sports graduates (or those currently studying any relevant degree)
• Graduates seeking experience before & during PGCE
• Individuals with experience in sports coaching, mentoring, youth work, care, or support roles
• Confident, calm, and patient individuals who build strong relationships
• Graduates passionate about education, wellbeing, and child development

✅ Requirements (or Willingness to Obtain)

To work in education, you’ll need:

• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• To be 18+
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months

(Teaching Personnel will support you through the process.)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive hourly pay (paid weekly via PAYE)
• A dedicated graduate‑focused consultant
• Free CPD‑accredited training (behaviour support, safeguarding, SEN)
• Long‑term and permanent opportunities
• Experience that strengthens applications for PGCE, MSc, EdPsych, and SEN roles
• Opportunities to step up and lead learning with full training provided

Take Your Degree Into the Classroom

If you’re a recent graduate looking to gain practical experience while making a real difference, this role offers the perfect next step.

Apply today with your CV or email
millie.crocker@teachingpersonnel.com to find out more.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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