Psychology Graduate

Location: Various Primary Schools, Bristol
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Flexible
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience

Are you a psychology graduate with a passion for working with children? Do you want to apply your knowledge of human development, behaviour, and learning in a real-world educational setting? We are looking for Psychology Graduates to join our team as Teaching Assistants in primary schools across Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your experience in education, support students with diverse learning needs, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be working alongside classroom teachers to support the educational development of primary-aged children. Your role may include, but is not limited to:

• Assisting with lesson delivery and classroom activities
• Providing tailored support for children with special educational needs (SEN)
• Helping children with emotional, social, and behavioural development
• Supporting students on a 1:1 or small group basis, including those with additional learning needs
• Helping to implement strategies for positive behaviour management
• Encouraging students to engage with the curriculum and fostering a love of learning
• Supporting the teacher with classroom management and administration

As a psychology graduate, you’ll be well-equipped to understand and support the varying learning needs and behavioural challenges of young children, and your insights will be valuable in creating a nurturing and effective learning environment.

About You:

We’re looking for psychology graduates who are:

• Passionate about working with children and supporting their learning and development
• Interested in pursuing a career in education, psychology, or related fields
• Patient, empathetic, and proactive, with a strong understanding of child development
• Able to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents
• Highly adaptable and able to work in a range of school environments
• Team players with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges

While previous experience in a classroom setting is desirable, we welcome applicants who are eager to gain hands-on experience and apply their psychology degree in an educational context.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours: Full-time and part-time roles available, with the option to fit work around your schedule
• Competitive pay rates, based on experience and qualifications
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training to support your career growth
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives by supporting their emotional and educational development
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement, ensuring you have the resources and guidance you need to succeed

In order to work for Teaching Personnel and clear our vetting process, you must have a Child Workforce DBS subscribed to the Update Service. Full assistance will be provided should you need to apply for a new check, at a standard cost of £38, plus an annual subscription fee of £13 for the Update Service.

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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