Graduate Teaching Assistant in Psychology

3 weeks ago


Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, United Kingdom Protocol Education Full time

Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant in Psychology

Location: Sutton

Are you a recent graduate in Psychology eager to gain experience in supporting students with special educational needs? This role is ideal for individuals interested in working with students who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Social, Emotional, or Mental Health (SEMH) challenges, or Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).

If you aspire to pursue a career as an Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, or in Clinical Psychology, this opportunity is tailored for you.

This welcoming and supportive school in Sutton is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to work with children with special needs. The position offers a comprehensive insight into the special education sector and is particularly suited for psychology graduates who are keen to enhance their skills in Special Educational Needs (SEN) and contribute to intervention strategies.

Compensation: £83.85-£100 per day

Key Requirements:

  • A compassionate and patient demeanor
  • A genuine interest in supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEND)
  • Flexibility in your approach to teaching
  • Current DBS check on the update service (new checks can be applied for)
  • Previous experience with children or adults with SEND is advantageous but not mandatory

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the educational development and learning of students within the institution
  • Provide both one-on-one and general support to students as required
  • Collaborate with fellow teaching and support staff to maintain a safe and effective learning environment
  • Ensure adherence to school policies, including behavior management protocols

About Protocol Education:

Protocol Education is a leading recruitment agency specializing in education within London. We partner with numerous Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools across South London, helping you find the ideal position.

Benefits of Working with Us:

  • Your own online portal to manage your availability
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Ongoing support throughout your placements from a dedicated consultant
  • Access to free in-person CPD courses

If you believe you possess the qualities needed for this role or similar positions, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further.

All applicants must meet the necessary qualifications and training requirements for this role. For more information, please refer to the FAQs on the Protocol Education website.

All quoted pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is temporary, with the potential for permanent opportunities in the future.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We conduct safeguarding checks on all workers in line with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', which may include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. We provide FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our staff. All candidates must have or undergo a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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