Psychology Graduate Assistant – Oldham

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Psychology Graduate Assistant to support children and young people with additional academic, behavioural or emotional needs.
This role is ideal for graduates seeking hands-on experience in education, SEN, behaviour support or mental health before progressing into postgraduate study.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups, helping them meet academic, behavioural or emotional development targets.
• Apply psychological understanding to support emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Assist teachers and SENCOs in delivering tailored interventions and structured routines.
• Build meaningful, supportive relationships with pupils.
• Implement behaviour plans, learning plans and individual strategies.
• Contribute to observations, notes and safeguarding documentation.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary school teams.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in Psychology (or related field).
• Experience supporting children or vulnerable individuals in any setting.
• A calm, emotionally intelligent and reflective approach.
• Monday–Friday availability.
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Preferred but Not Essential

• Experience with SEND, mental health, behaviour needs or youth support.
• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches, child development or trauma-informed practice.
• Confidence applying basic psychological strategies in educational contexts.

Vetting & Compliance

• Two references required.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (assistance available).
• Overseas checks if applicable.
Applicants must be UK-based.

How to Apply

Please apply with an up-to-date CV.
A member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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