Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 14 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £95 to £110 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 179764 |
Summary
Psychology Graduate Teaching AssistantPerry Barr (B42)
Start Date: September 2025
Daily Rate: £95-£105
Full-time | Long-term for full academic year
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to build hands-on experience in a school setting? A thriving, inclusive Secondary School in Perry Barr is offering a rewarding opportunity to work as a Teaching Assistant, supporting children across Key stage 3 in a mainstream setting.
This is an excellent platform for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, or future SEN Teachers who want to deepen their understanding of developmental needs through real classroom experience.
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Supporting high-needs students in Key Stages 3 and 4, many of whom have autism, social communication needs, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges
Supporting high-needs students in Key Stages 3 and 4, many of whom have autism, social communication needs, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges
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Providing one-to-one and small group academic and emotional support in line with EHCP targets
Providing one-to-one and small group academic and emotional support in line with EHCP targets
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Assisting with behaviour regulation strategies and delivering tailored interventions to promote engagement, resilience, and independence
Assisting with behaviour regulation strategies and delivering tailored interventions to promote engagement, resilience, and independence
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Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external therapists to support both academic progress and personal development
Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external therapists to support both academic progress and personal development
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Contributing to progress tracking, daily routines, and the creation of a supportive and inclusive learning environment
Contributing to progress tracking, daily routines, and the creation of a supportive and inclusive learning environment
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A recent graduate in Psychology, Education, Youth Work, or a related field
A recent graduate in Psychology, Education, Youth Work, or a related field
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A genuine passion for working with young people with autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, or communication difficulties
A genuine passion for working with young people with autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, or communication difficulties
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Previous experience in education, youth work, or mentoring teenagers is desirable
Previous experience in education, youth work, or mentoring teenagers is desirable
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Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and a calm, confident approach to managing behaviour
Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and a calm, confident approach to managing behaviour
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A commitment to long-term development and openness to learning from experienced school staff
A commitment to long-term development and openness to learning from experienced school staff
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Access to long-term roles in inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking secondary schools
Access to long-term roles in inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking secondary schools
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Opportunities to develop within experienced SEN and pastoral care teams
Opportunities to develop within experienced SEN and pastoral care teams
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Weekly pay and expert preparation for school interviews
Weekly pay and expert preparation for school interviews
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A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and career guidance
A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and career guidance
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Potential pathways into teaching, counselling, youth work, or educational psychology
Potential pathways into teaching, counselling, youth work, or educational psychology
If you're a Psychology graduate eager to make an impact in the lives of young learners, apply today.
Not quite the right fit? Reach out to Josh at Long Term Futures to explore similar roles across the West Midlands.
Start Date: September 2025
Daily Rate: £95-£105
Full-time | Long-term for full academic year
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to build hands-on experience in a school setting? A thriving, inclusive Secondary School in Perry Barr is offering a rewarding opportunity to work as a Teaching Assistant, supporting children across Key stage 3 in a mainstream setting.
This is an excellent platform for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, or future SEN Teachers who want to deepen their understanding of developmental needs through real classroom experience.
-
Supporting high-needs students in Key Stages 3 and 4, many of whom have autism, social communication needs, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges
Supporting high-needs students in Key Stages 3 and 4, many of whom have autism, social communication needs, or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges
-
Providing one-to-one and small group academic and emotional support in line with EHCP targets
Providing one-to-one and small group academic and emotional support in line with EHCP targets
-
Assisting with behaviour regulation strategies and delivering tailored interventions to promote engagement, resilience, and independence
Assisting with behaviour regulation strategies and delivering tailored interventions to promote engagement, resilience, and independence
-
Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external therapists to support both academic progress and personal development
Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external therapists to support both academic progress and personal development
-
Contributing to progress tracking, daily routines, and the creation of a supportive and inclusive learning environment
Contributing to progress tracking, daily routines, and the creation of a supportive and inclusive learning environment
-
A recent graduate in Psychology, Education, Youth Work, or a related field
A recent graduate in Psychology, Education, Youth Work, or a related field
-
A genuine passion for working with young people with autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, or communication difficulties
A genuine passion for working with young people with autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, or communication difficulties
-
Previous experience in education, youth work, or mentoring teenagers is desirable
Previous experience in education, youth work, or mentoring teenagers is desirable
-
Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and a calm, confident approach to managing behaviour
Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and a calm, confident approach to managing behaviour
-
A commitment to long-term development and openness to learning from experienced school staff
A commitment to long-term development and openness to learning from experienced school staff
-
Access to long-term roles in inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking secondary schools
Access to long-term roles in inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking secondary schools
-
Opportunities to develop within experienced SEN and pastoral care teams
Opportunities to develop within experienced SEN and pastoral care teams
-
Weekly pay and expert preparation for school interviews
Weekly pay and expert preparation for school interviews
-
A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and career guidance
A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and career guidance
-
Potential pathways into teaching, counselling, youth work, or educational psychology
Potential pathways into teaching, counselling, youth work, or educational psychology
If you're a Psychology graduate eager to make an impact in the lives of young learners, apply today.
Not quite the right fit? Reach out to Josh at Long Term Futures to explore similar roles across the West Midlands.