Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – Secondary School in Wilmslow
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Daily Pay: £89 – £100

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience in a school setting? A supportive and inclusive secondary school in Wilmslow is seeking a passionate and empathetic Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

This role is ideal for graduates considering a career in educational psychology, teaching, counselling, SEN support, or mental health services.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with additional learning or emotional needs

• Supporting class teachers in creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• Helping deliver tailored interventions related to behaviour, social skills, and emotional regulation

• Working closely with the SEND and pastoral teams to promote student wellbeing

• Building strong relationships with students and encouraging their academic and personal development

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in Psychology (or a related subject)

• A genuine interest in education, mental health, and working with young people

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude

• Previous experience in a school, youth work, or support setting is desirable but not essential

What the School Offers:

• A welcoming and collaborative school community

• Full-time hours with consistent support and mentoring

• Daily pay between £89 – £100, depending on experience

• Opportunities for ongoing CPD and routes into teacher training or educational psychology pathways

• Excellent location with great public transport access in Wilmslow

Apply now to gain hands-on experience in a school environment while making a meaningful difference to young people’s lives.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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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