Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

 

Main characteristics

Location

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Company

KPI Recruiting

Salary

£400 - £490/week

Employment type

Contract

Category

Education

Job summary

Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent graduate from a prestigious Top30/Russell Group University, holding a 2:1 or higher in Psychology?

Does the opportunity to support young learners with SEN in the critical early stages of development inspire you?

Perhaps youre interested in a future career within Child Psychology or Educational Psychotherapy, and are seeking valuable classroom experience to facilitate this?

This charming 2 FE primary school located in a peaceful suburban neighbourhood close to Fulwood is seeking a Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant to support the learning of students with SEN. This vibrant primary school is hoping to attract a highly-academic, compassionate recent graduate to support a small provision of around 12 pupils with various barriers to learning. With a vibrant roster of experienced educators and a supportive inclusion department, this school offers outstanding professional development opportunities in this Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant position.



Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role:

Sociable Working Schedule: 8:00-16:00, Monday to Friday
Competitive Earning Potential: Make up to £490 per week
Varied Workday: Deliver tailored support based on individual needs
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with experienced primary school teachers
Make a Positive Impact: Support young learners in the early stages of academic development
Continuous Professional Development: Grow your teaching skills under guidance and mentorship
Reliable Hours: Long-term, full-time Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role
Ideally Placed: Served by public transport links from Sheffield
Immediate Start: Interviewing now
Refurbished Facilities: New, state of the art playground to promote holistic development
As a Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will support a dynamic inclusion department in promoting a high standard of academic and holistic development in young learners. Working closely with a small provision of SEN learners in a small group or 1:1 setting, youll develop strategies to engage students and provide intervention when necessary. This is a hands-on role suited to a highly empathetic, compassionate graduate; focussing on providing care and promoting social skills in various young learners, as well as developing academic progress. As such, this position offers an excellent opportunity to gain varied experience in a classroom setting which could prove invaluable in terms of professional development.

At this 2 FE primary school, a roster of experienced educators is committed to fostering a nurturing environment for academic and holistic development. The senior leadership team at this vibrant primary school are strongly influenced by the Montessori method, with a focus on play and care representing a central pillar to the schools approach to education. As a Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant, you will assist in maintaining this holistic learning environment, supporting targeted learners with their academic, emotional and behavioural needs, and developing pupils understanding of the difference between play and work. Candidates hoping to begin a career in Child Psychology or Educational Psychotherapy need look no further than this exciting Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant role, which will equip the successful applicant with advanced teaching, support and intervention skills, as well as providing them with invaluable classroom experience.



Psychology Graduate Primary Teaching Assistant Empower futures through empathy, compassion and support Sheffield primary school Outstanding development opportunities

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