Psychology Teaching Assistant - Manchester

Psychology Teaching Assistant Location: South Manchester Contract: Full-time, part-time and temporary Pay: GBP92.63 - GBP120 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications) Are you a recent Psychology graduate? Perhaps you have had some informal SEN experience and would like to gain exposure in schools? Maybe you are looking to get into Educational Psychology in the future? Prospero Teaching are looking for Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in schools across South Manchester on a flexible supply basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with SEN experience to develop their skills whilst working in a team of supportive colleagues. You will play a pivotal role and influence pupils across all key stages depending on your experience. We work with both primary, secondary and specialist schools. To register your interest in this Psychology Teaching Assistant role, or similar roles, click Apply and send your CV to Michaela at Prospero Teaching today! Shortlisting will take place on a rolling basis. Psychology Teaching Assistant - responsibilities - Support on a 1:1 or small group basis depending on your experience and school requirements - Responsible for supporting the delivery of engaging activities and providing individual or group interventions - Creating a positive and supportive classroom environment that promotes learning and personal development - Working collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents/carers to ensure pupil progress - Participation in staff meetings, CPD, and wider school life as required Psychology Teaching Assistant - requirements - Relevant experience and/or qualifications in a TA or SEN support role - Experience supporting pupils across EYFS / KS1 / KS2 settings is desirable - Strong behaviour management and classroom organisation skills - A reflective, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching - Must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS certificate and demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) Why work with Prospero Teaching? Work with an established, education-focused team that prioritises support and professional development. Enjoy access to training, mentoring, and long-term opportunities in high-quality schools. Make a real impact supporting some of the most vulnerable children in education today. Psychology Teaching Assistant - how to apply If you are a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity to make a meaningful difference, Michaela would love to hear from you. Please upload a full CV and include your qualification details. Applications without required experience or qualifications will not be progressed. The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: · Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management · In-house Training and Development Team