Psychology Teaching Assistant Start date: September 2025Hours: 8.30am - 4pm approximatelySalary: £19,500 - £22,500Are you a Psychology graduate looking to enter the world of teaching or educational psychology?Perhaps you have SEN Teaching Assistant experience?Psychology Teaching Assistant - responsibilitiesAs a Psychology Teaching Assistant, you will work on a 1:1 basis with primary pupils who have learning difficulties such as autism, dyslexia and/or ADHD.Your role will involve:* Providing 1:1 and small group support to students in the classroom - mainly English and Maths support.* Assisting with the implementation of EHCPs (Education, Health, and Care Plans).* Supporting pupils with emotional difficulties.* Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.* Collaborating with external practitioners to support pupils in their therapy sessions.* Encouraging independence and confidence in students.Psychology Teaching Assistant - the school:* All through school in Barnet* Primary and secondary roles available - greater demand in Primary* Excellent transport links * Supportive of graduates wishing to train as teachers * Close-knit LSA teamPsychology Teaching Assistant - requirements:* A 2:1 or above from a top UK university - Psychology graduates are desirable* Experience working with young people in either a formal or informal setting* Excellent communication skills* Positive personality and eager to learn* A good understanding of SEN strategies and interventions - potential is key* Aspiring teacher or Educational PsychologistHow to apply:If this Psychology Teaching Assistant role sounds like the perfect role for you, please don't hesitate to apply via this advert. Michaela at Aspire People will be in touch within 24 hours of application if you have been shortlisted. #aspirepeoplelondonAspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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Aspire People Limited
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Barnet, Hertfordshire EN5 5TN
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Psychology Teaching Assistant position starts in September 2025 and offers a salary ranging from £19,500 to £22,500.
- Candidates should ideally possess a 2:1 degree or higher from a reputable UK university, preferably in Psychology.
- The role involves providing 1:1 and small group support to primary pupils with learning difficulties, including autism and ADHD.
- Experience working with young people in formal or informal settings is required, along with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
- The school is located in Barnet and supports graduates who aspire to become teachers or educational psychologists.
