Psychology Graduate TA

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant)

Are you looking for a rewarding and purposeful job where you can positively impact the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties?

Perhaps you are an aspiring Educational Psychologist or School Counsellor looking to gain practical experience prior to going on to complete a Masters, Doctorate or Post Graduate qualification?

Look no further than this SEND Teaching Assistant role based at an inclusive and high-performing Secondary School in Sheffield.

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant) | Job Summary

• Initial 1-Year contract commencing September 2024
• Mainstream Secondary School in Sheffield
• £480 per week | £96 per day | Paid weekly on a PAYE basis
• Providing support to 11-16 year olds with SEND and SEMH needs
• Contract extensions available for those wanting to remain at the school beyond initial contract
• Ideal role for aspiring Psychologists / Counsellors / Wellbeing Practitioners

Psychology Graduate (Mental Health Support Assistant) | Job Description

• Providing classroom support to 11-16 year olds with Autism Spectrum Condition, Speech and Communication Difficulties, ADHD and Severe Social Anxieties.
• Planning, preparing and delivering learning activities for individuals and groups of students.
• Monitoring pupils and assessing, recording and reporting on pupil achievement, progress and development.
• Building core skills and supporting a strong knowledge base through a tailored approach to the individual needs of the pupils.
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers and family.

This Psychology Graduate role will require a motivated, determined, resilient and dedicated individual who is ready to fully embrace challenge and who approaches set-backs with a positive, can-do attitude. Previous experience working within the Mental Health field will be advantageous.

Take the opportunity to secure a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Support Assistant role where you will build the self-esteem, self-worth, independence and confidence of children who have distressing and above average levels of emotional stress.

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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