Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Job description
Job Title: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: Stockton
Start Date: April 2025
Salary: £400-£500 a week
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Psychology Graduate to join our school as a Teaching Assistant. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands- on experience in academic teaching, enhance your professional development and contribute to the success of students in the field of psychology.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of psychology lessons and assist students with their understanding of psychological concepts.
- Provide one to one small group support to students who may require additional support, ensuring each students’ unique needs are met.
- Help prepare and organise teaching materials, resources and classroom activities.
- Assist with marking and providing feedback on students work, including coursework and assessments.
- Promote student engagement, encouraging a positive classroom environment.
- Support students with emotional and behavioural challenges, utilising your knowledge of psychology to implement appropriate strategies.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A recent graduate with a degree in Psychology or a closely related field.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive approach to student support.
- Have a fully enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one.
- Provide at least two professional employment references.
- Previous experience working with young people (e.g. tutoring, volunteering, or mentoring) is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Us?
- Gain invaluable experience in the classroom, particularly if you are considering a career in teaching or educational psychology.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative team of educators.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Be part of a school that values academic, social, and emotional development of every student.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting students and have a keen interest in psychology, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience. Alternatively, please call the Tyne Tees Secondary Team on 0191 223 5071.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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