Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Leeds
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Secondary Support
Reference: MPC/SEC-TAGRAD
Salary: Market related
Job Published: 24 days ago

Are you a recent psychology graduate eager to kick-start your career in education? Do you have a passion for supporting students and making a positive impact in their lives? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

Position: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Leeds, United Kingdom Type: Full-time

About Us: We are a reputable education agency committed to providing outstanding support staff to schools across Leeds. With a focus on excellence and student welfare, we strive to match talented individuals like you with rewarding opportunities in the education sector.

Role Overview: As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant in Leeds, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and development of students with diverse needs. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing one-on-one and small group support to students with special educational needs (SEN).
  • Assisting classroom teachers in implementing tailored learning strategies and interventions.
  • Helping to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Collaborating with school staff and external professionals to address individual student needs effectively.
  • Contributing to the planning and delivery of educational activities to support students' social, emotional, and academic progress.

Requirements:

  • A degree in Psychology or a related field.
  • Genuine interest in working with children and supporting their learning and development.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Empathy, patience, and a compassionate approach to working with students with SEN.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the school environment.
  • Previous experience in a similar role or working with children is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay rates and weekly payroll.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the education sector.
  • Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule.
  • Ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
  • Access to a network of schools and educational settings across Leeds.

How to Apply: If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of students and embark on a fulfilling career as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV now!

Join us in supporting the educational journey of students in Leeds and become an integral part of their success story. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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