Psychology Graduate TA,

Job Description

Psychology Graduate TA
West Derby
Full-Time
£450-£525 Weekly Pay (PAYE – No Umbrella Company)

Are you an aspiring educational psychologist, child counsellor, or psychology graduate seeking hands-on experience working with children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs in the education sector? If so, this opportunity may be the perfect fit for you.

New Directions Liverpool is currently recruiting trainee teaching assistants with a background in psychology to work within the special educational needs (SEN) sector. This role offers a valuable opportunity to apply your psychological knowledge and skills in a practical educational setting, where you will provide vital support to children with a range of SEMH challenges.

As a trainee teaching assistant, you will work closely with experienced educators and SEN professionals to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that addresses the unique needs of each student. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people but also provides you with invaluable experience that will enhance your career in psychology, counselling, or educational support.

Responsibilities of the role included but are not limited to:

• Have excellent communication skills.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with ASD
• Be able to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• Be encouraging and supportive.
• Have a positive attitude towards teaching and aiding children’s development.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the student.
• Work and liaise with teachers, therapists, and parents to support student’s academic, social, and emotional development.

This school has a friendly and welcoming community. Children are encouraged to be independent, creative, and respectful. Staff within the school strive to give students a fun and exciting learning experience, which in turn enables all children to excel.

Job Specification

• Have experience working with children, or adults, with additional needs
• Hold a L2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Able to support children of all abilities.
• Have a positive and ambitious attitude to learning.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Potential long-term teaching roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
• Recommend-a-friend scheme.
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.