Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – Levenshulme
Daily Rate: £89.38 – £100 | Full-Time | September Start

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Psychology graduate to work as a Teaching Assistant at a diverse, Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary school in Levenshulme. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain classroom experience or explore a future career in education, educational psychology, or youth work.

The Role:

• Support students with a range of needs across KS3 and KS4

• Work one-to-one or with small groups to assist learning and engagement

• Provide emotional and behavioural support where needed

• Help implement strategies from the SEN and pastoral team

• Collaborate with teachers to ensure students are making progress

• Gain experience in behaviour management and safeguarding

The Ideal Candidate:

• A Psychology graduate (or closely related subject)

• Passionate about working with young people and supporting their development

• Confident, patient, and proactive in a classroom setting

• Prior experience working with children or young people is desirable (e.g., schools, youth groups, tutoring, care work)

• Willing to work full-time, Monday to Friday

• DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one)

This is a fantastic stepping stone for aspiring educational psychologists, mental health professionals, or those considering teacher training in the future. You’ll be joining a supportive staff team in a school with a strong commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing.

Apply now with your CV to be considered. Interviews/trials will be arranged promptly.

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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