Job description
Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: Immediately
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and young people? This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with SEMH, ASC, ADHD and complex behavioural needs in a specialist school setting.
As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will be:
- Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
- Helping students regulate emotions, manage behaviour and engage in learning.
- Working closely with teachers and support staff to adapt lessons to individual needs.
- Providing mentoring and pastoral support to help build resilience and confidence.
As the Ideal candidate, you should have:
- A degree in Psychology (or final year of study).
- A passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
- Patience, resilience, and strong communication skills.
- An Enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to apply).
About the school:
This specialist school supports pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD and complex needs, many of whom display challenging behaviour. With a nurturing and therapeutic approach, staff work hard to help pupils overcome barriers, achieve their potential, and build brighter futures.
This role is perfect for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, or Mental Health.
Please get in touch with Kerry Fowler at GSL Education to apply to work as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant in York, or for more information. Alternatively, please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.