Psychology Graduate

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – WN6 Secondary School

Are you a Psychology graduate with a strong interest in education, mental health, or supporting young people?

A welcoming secondary school in the WN6 area is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their pastoral and learning support team from September 2025. This is an ideal stepping stone for anyone considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, counselling, or youth work.

Position: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: WN6, Wigan
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, term time only
Salary: £89.38 – £100 per day

The Role:

• Support students with additional needs including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and SEND

• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to build confidence, focus and resilience

• Work alongside SENCOs, teachers and pastoral leads to ensure inclusive classroom support

• Contribute to behaviour management, wellbeing initiatives and emotional regulation strategies

Ideal Candidate:

• A degree in Psychology (or related discipline)

• Interest or experience in mental health, youth work or educational support

• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach

• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with students

Interested?
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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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