Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching are looking for passionate and ambitious Psychology Graduates with a passion for supporting pupils with SEND, to work as Teaching Assistants in Macclesfield.
In this role you will be working with groups of children with autism and a variety of other learning difficulties and special educational needs. The school is committed to staff development, with track records of supporting graduates through teacher training applications. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to pursue a career in Education Psychology or a PGCE in the future.
Position Details:
- Location - Macclesfield
- Position - Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Type of work - General Teaching Assistant work with small groups of Children
- Contract or position start date - January 2024
- Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary
- Full time/part time - Full time
- Rate of pay - Minimum rate £85 - Maximum Rate £100
- Hours - 8:30 am - 4pm : Monday - Friday
Responsibilities:
- Working with and providing support to children with SEN (Special Educational Needs)
- Experience of supporting pupils
- The willingness to provide an environment in which pupils can reach their full potential
- The ability to build rapports with the children, supporting their social and behavioural needs, and acting as a mentor
Role Requirements:
- Psychology (BA Hons) degree
- DBS (clean and relevant) - Can be obtained through Prospero Teaching
- Safeguarding certificate
- A committed and enthusiastic attitude to work
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to form new relationships
Desirable:
- Previous experience working in primary schools.
- Good knowledge of different forms of SEN.
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
- Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
- In-house Training and Development Team
- Long term fixed supply post with a view to a permanent school based contract
- Ideal for graduates looking to gain experience within a primary school