Job description
Graduate Teaching Assistant – Psychology or Criminology Background
Location: Newhaven
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Are you a recent graduate in Psychology or Criminology looking to gain hands-on experience in education or child development?
GSL Education are recruiting a Graduate Teaching Assistant for a welcoming SEN school in Newhaven. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your academic background in a meaningful way, supporting children with special educational needs while developing key skills for a future career in education, mental health, or social care.
About the Role:
You’ll be supporting students across the school, particularly those with autism, SEMH needs, and behavioural challenges. Your understanding of behaviour, emotional regulation and learning development will be key in helping pupils thrive in a classroom environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEN
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Use your knowledge to implement behaviour and learning strategies
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Build trusting relationships that support social and emotional growth
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Collaborate with teaching staff and specialists to deliver pupil-centred support
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Contribute to a safe, supportive and structured learning environment
Job Requirements:
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Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field
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Passion for supporting children and young people with SEN or SEMH
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Resilient, patient, and calm under pressure
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Ability to work well in a team and take direction
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Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one)
What We Offer:
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Daily pay between £90 and £100
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Supportive consultants who understand SEN placements
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Long-term role with potential for further development
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A meaningful opportunity to impact a child’s growth and confidence
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
To apply or find out more, please contact Jade Cantlie-King at GSL Education.
Submit your CV today to take the first step into a rewarding support role.