Psychology Graduate TA

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: Manchester (M23)
Pay: £16.64 per hour
Start Date: 27.04.2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Are you a motivated and resilient Psychology graduate looking to begin a career in education? This is an excellent opportunity to apply your academic knowledge within a practical school setting while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

We are currently working with a well-established SEN school in Manchester (M23), which provides a supportive and structured learning environment for primary-aged pupils with Autism, ADHD, and complex learning needs.

The Role:
As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching and support staff to help students access learning and develop key emotional and social skills. Responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the delivery of evidence-based interventions focused on emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Assisting with one-to-one and small-group support sessions
- Helping to implement strategies that encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and motivation
- Supporting students with additional learning and behavioural needs in both classroom and wider school settings
- Contributing to a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

What We Are Looking For:
- A recent Psychology degree or equivalent qualification
- A genuine interest in child development, educational psychology, and neurodiversity
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting students with additional needs
- Up-to-date Safeguarding training within the last 12 months is desirable, although training can be provided

To Be Eligible, You Must:
- Hold the Right to Work in the UK
- Have an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
- Be able to provide two professional references relating to work with children or young people

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within SEN education and develop skills relevant to future careers in teaching, educational psychology, therapy, or pastoral support.

To be considered, please submit your most up-to-date CV. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting checks.