Psychology Graduates

Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant – Durham Secondary School

Full time, Monday to Friday, term time.

Are you a recent Psychology graduate looking to gain hands on experience before pursuing a career in Teaching, Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Speech and Language Therapy? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant for a Durham secondary school.

You'll support students with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) as well as those requiring additional support, working with them individually or in small groups.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting secondary aged students with EHCPs, working individually or in small groups
• Implementing behaviour management strategies to help students with socialisation, building routines, and emotional regulation
• Working collaboratively with teachers and the SENCO to deliver tailored support
• Supporting students with ASD and other SEN needs

You need:

• A 2.1 or higher in Psychology or a related field
• Experience working within SEN settings (ASD experience desirable)
• Flexible and reliable availability
• Compassionate, positive, and proactive personality
• Ability to adapt to changing behaviour and remain calm under pressure
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to follow teacher guidance
• Valid DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Valid UK driving licence

Ideal for: Aspiring Educational Psychologists, Teachers, Speech and Language Therapists, or anyone pursuing related careers.

Contract: Full time, term time
Location: Durham secondary school

Send your CV or call 0191 223 5071 if you're 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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