Psychology Graduate

Psychology graduate – Warrington – February start

Prospero Teaching are looking for a confident and ambitious Psychology Graduate who has a genuine passion for education who is interested in supporting secondary aged students (11-16) who are struggling in school for any reason and being there to support them, either in their work or in a pastoral capacity at a secondary school in Warrington. It is essential that you have some kind of experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, PTSD or ADHD..

Position Details:

Location Warrington
Position Graduate Teaching Assistant
Type of work General Teaching Assistant work with small groups of Children with SEMH needs
Start date February 2025
End date July 2025
Duration Temporary
Full time
Minimum rate – £100 per day
Hours 8:30 am 4pm : Mon Fri (term time only)

Responsibilities:

Working with and providing support to children with SEN (Special Educational Needs)
Experience of supporting pupils with SEMH needs
The willingness to provide an environment in which pupils can reach their full potential
The ability to build rapports with the children, supporting their social and behavioural needs, and acting as a mentor

Role Requirements:

Psychology (BA Hons) degree
Enhanced DBS (clean, relevant and on the update service) Can be obtained through Prospero Teaching
Safeguarding certificate, prevent awareness, FGM – essential
Behaviour management training – desirable
A committed and enthusiastic attitude to work
A genuine passion for enriching young people in their education
Excellent communication skills and the ability to form new relationships

Desirable:

Previous experience working with young people
Good knowledge of SEMH/behavioural difficulties

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team
Ideal for graduates looking to gain experience within an alternative educational setting
If you would like to be considered for this role, please click apply Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.

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