Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

2 weeks ago


Durham, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a Psychology Graduate to join one of our client schools in Darlington as a Teaching Assistant. This position will start in September at the start of the academic year, it is a full-time role.

The pay for this position is between £385 and £450 per week.

This position is highly important and will come will a lot of responsibility. The successful candidate with be working alongside students who have additional educational requirements. You must be fully aware of Special Educational Needs (SEN), as well as Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and the impact that this can have on a child’s behaviour. These behavioural traits include anti-social behaviour, anxiety, and a withdrawn attitude. You will be working with small groups of students to support them with their additional learning requirements.

Key responsibilities:

  • Supporting the students with their Educational Healthcare Plans (EHCPs).
  • Building relationships with the students to be able to support them in their development.
  • Monitoring the progression of the pupils, being able to give feedback to the pupils, the teachers, and their parents.
  • Being aware of all safeguarding procedures and dealing with any situations that may arise.

The highlight of this position is that for a new graduate, looking to start a career in teaching, you will be supported by both Teaching Personnel, as well as the school in your development. For the right candidate, there is the potential to go onto further teacher training, leading to a permanent position when you are fully qualified. This position will also be highly rewarding as

For this position, it is essential that you are a recent Psychology Graduate, looking to start a career in education. You must be willing to apply for a fully enhanced DBS check and be able to provide at least two employment references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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