At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary pupils with additional needs and help them thrive academically and emotionally.
- Company: A welcoming primary school in Newham focused on inclusion and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Full-time contract, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Ideal for aspiring educational psychologists, teachers, or therapists looking to grow.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Psychology degree or experience as a Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
A welcoming primary school in Newham is looking for a motivated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant looking to gain valuable school-based experience while supporting pupils with additional needs and social, emotional, and behavioural development.
The Role
In this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role, you will support pupils across the primary age range through a combination of classroom support, targeted interventions, and pastoral assistance. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and support staff to help pupils access learning and develop confidence within the classroom environment.
You may work on a 1:1 basis or with small groups of pupils with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or communication needs, supporting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing. The role will involve helping pupils regulate emotions, develop social skills, build positive relationships, and engage successfully in learning activities.
You will also support teaching and learning within the classroom, assist with behaviour management strategies, and help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all pupils.
The school is looking for a psychology graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills, patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing. This role is offered on a full-time ongoing contract basis with either an immediate or September start.
The School
This inclusive and supportive primary school in Newham is committed to ensuring all pupils feel valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and positive relationships, creating a nurturing learning environment for pupils and staff alike.
Staff benefit from a collaborative and welcoming team, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for training and professional development. The school is an excellent environment for graduates and aspiring educational psychologists, teachers, counsellors, or therapists looking to develop their experience within education.
If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV. We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Contact Details:
Philosophy Education, Ltd. Recruitment Team
