Job Description:

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Newbury

Pay: £90.00 - £105.00/day
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience supporting children and young people? Would you like to apply your understanding of psychology, behaviour and development within a specialist school environment?

A supportive SEN School in Newbury is looking for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology graduate to gain valuable experience working with pupils who require additional support with their learning, behaviour and emotional development.

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with Teachers and SEN staff to provide personalised support to pupils throughout the school day. You may support pupils on a 1:1 basis or within small groups, helping them access learning while developing their confidence, communication and independence.

The Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role will involve:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils
• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties
• Helping pupils develop positive approaches to learning and behaviour
• Using patience and empathy to build strong relationships with pupils
• Supporting emotional regulation and engagement in lessons
• Assisting Teachers with classroom activities and learning tasks
• Helping create a safe, structured and inclusive environment
• ASAP start
• Newbury location with accessible transport links

The school is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant who is enthusiastic, resilient and genuinely interested in working with young people with additional needs. This role would be particularly suited to graduates considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, SEN or other child-focused professions.

If you are a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful experience in an SEN setting, this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant position could be an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience.

To apply for this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert.

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Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Newbury - SEN School - ASAP Start

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.