Psychology Graduate

Psychology Graduates: Turn Your Degree into Real Classroom Experience

Location: Wigan and Bolton
Role: Teaching Assistant / Learning Support (primary and secondary)
Contract: Day-to-day, short-term and long-term, with temp-to-perm opportunities
Hours: Full-time, 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, or flexible days
Pay: £95 to £100 per day, paid weekly via PAYE
Start: ASAP

You’ve studied how people think, learn and behave. Now see it in action.

Schools in Wigan and Bolton are looking for psychology graduates to support pupils in the classroom. If you’ve spent three years studying child development, cognition, behaviour and mental health, this is a chance to apply that knowledge and find out whether a career in education, educational psychology or child and family work is for you.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting pupils one-to-one, in small groups and across whole classes
• Helping children who are struggling with confidence, motivation or concentration to engage with their learning
• Working with pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD and social, emotional and mental health needs
• Delivering interventions and helping teachers see what is and isn’t working for individual pupils
• Using positive behaviour strategies to build independence and resilience
• Supporting pupil wellbeing and being a trusted adult pupils feel comfortable talking to
• Preparing resources and helping the class run smoothly day to day

Who we’re looking for

Essential:

• A degree in psychology (or a related subject, such as a joint honours or a final-year student about to graduate)
• GCSE English and maths at grade 4/C or above
• Patience, empathy and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Reliability and good communication skills
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding children
• The right to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Any experience with children or young people, such as volunteering, tutoring, youth work, childcare or placements
• Knowledge of SEND, child development or behaviour support
• A Level 2 or 3 TA qualification, first aid or Team Teach training

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

• A dedicated consultant who knows local schools and will match you with the right fit
• Weekly pay and flexible working
• Real experience that strengthens applications for educational psychology, clinical psychology, PGCE, teaching or SEND careers
• Routes into long-term and permanent roles
• Free training to build your skills
• Refer-a-friend bonus

How to apply

Send your CV to anthony.bamford@teachingpersonnel.com, or apply via the link.

Closing date: Ongoing, early applications encouraged.

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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