Job Description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Location: West London
Position: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-Time, Part-Time, Long-Term Temporary and Daily Supply Opportunities Available
Pay: £95-£120 per day, dependent on experience, qualifications and assignment requirements, paid weekly via PAYE
Start Date: ASAP

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Opportunities

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting ambitious Psychology graduates to support pupils within specialist schools and SEND provisions across West London.
This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Teacher Training. You'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and SEND professionals while supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs.

About the Schools

Tradewind Recruitment works with a variety of specialist settings that provide personalised support for pupils with additional learning, communication and behavioural needs.

School Highlights

  • Supportive specialist teams and experienced SEND professionals
  • Opportunities to work with a broad range of additional needs
  • Excellent environments to develop practical experience before postgraduate study or teacher training

The Role

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils both academically and socially, helping them access learning and develop confidence, independence and positive engagement with education.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
  • Assist pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
  • Help students engage positively in learning activities
  • Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
  • Work closely with teachers, therapists and SEND staff
  • Promote pupil confidence, wellbeing and independence
  • Adapt support strategies to meet individual needs
  • Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • Psychology degree or related degree qualification
  • Genuine interest in child development and SEND
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Patient, resilient and professional approach
  • Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
  • Commitment to supporting children and young people

Desirable Requirements

  • Previous experience working with children or young people
  • Experience supporting Autism, ADHD, SEMH or communication needs
  • Voluntary, mentoring, tutoring or youth work experience
  • Interest in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Teaching

Pay and Progression

Pay for these opportunities ranges from £95 to £120 per day, depending on experience, qualifications and assignment requirements.
The highest available rate of £120 per day would typically be offered to graduates with substantial SEND experience, previous school-based support experience, specialist Autism or SEMH knowledge and a proven ability to work independently with pupils who require additional support.

Why Apply?

School Benefits

  • Gain experience in specialist educational settings
  • Work alongside experienced therapists and SEND professionals
  • Access valuable experience relevant to future postgraduate study

Role Benefits

  • Develop practical SEND and behaviour support skills
  • Build knowledge of child development and learning needs
  • Strengthen applications for Psychology, Therapy or Teaching careers

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

  • Competitive weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
  • Dedicated education consultant supporting you throughout your placements
  • Access to a wide range of daily supply, long-term and permanent opportunities

Free National College CPD Access

As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you'll receive free access to The National College.
Recommended courses include:
  • Supporting Pupils with SEND
  • Autism Awareness in Education
  • Safeguarding Children in Education

Required Vetting

Successful applicants will be required to:
  • Hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to make a new application
  • Provide professional references covering recent employment
  • Provide evidence of degree qualifications
  • Provide proof of the right to work in the UK
  • Complete all safeguarding and compliance checks required for working in schools

Why Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and is committed to matching talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities in schools across the country.
Call Tradewind Recruitment today and discover why thousands of educators have trusted us for over 20 years to help them find the right opportunities, in the right schools, with the support they deserve.