Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant Role in Stoke on Trent

Location: Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
Salary: Dependent on experience

Ideal Teaching Assistant Opportunity for Psychology Graduates

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people? This Teaching Assistant job in Stoke on Trent is a perfect next step if you're pursuing a future career in Educational Psychology, mental health, SEN support, counselling, child psychology or behaviour intervention.

Simply Education is seeking a motivated, empathetic and proactive Psychology graduate Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming, inclusive school where you'll have the opportunity to apply your psychological knowledge in a real-world educational setting.

What You'll Be Doing as a Psychology Graduate TA:

• One-to-One Behaviour & Emotional Support: Use your understanding of psychology to help students develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour strategies.

• Supporting Students with SEND: Work with children who have additional needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH), applying your knowledge of child development and cognitive processes.

• Classroom Support: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, accessible lessons and help students engage with activities and remain focused.

• Small Group Interventions: Lead or support targeted intervention groups focusing on social skills, communication, emotional wellbeing or literacy/numeracy.

• Observation & Progress Monitoring: Use your analytical skills to observe behaviours, track student progress and provide insights that support tailored learning plans.

• Building Positive Relationships: Develop strong, supportive relationships with students, helping them grow academically, socially and emotionally.

What We're Looking For:

Essential:

• A degree in Psychology or a related field.

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based or in the community).

• Confidence supporting students with a range of needs.

• A clear DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable:

• Experience supporting SEN or SEMH students.

• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies.

• An interest in educational or child psychology.

Why Psychology Graduates Love This Teaching Assistant Role:

• Relevant Experience for Psychology Careers: Gain invaluable school-based experience ideal for applications to Educational Psychology, CAMHS, wellbeing teams and postgraduate psychology routes.

• Apply Your Degree in Practice: Use your knowledge of cognition, development, behaviour and mental health in a practical, hands-on role.

• Supportive School Environment: Work in a friendly, inclusive school in Stoke on Trent where staff collaborate to meet student needs.

• Professional Development: Access training on SEND, behaviour, safeguarding and intervention strategies to enhance your CV.

• Rewarding, Meaningful Work: Make a real difference to students' confidence, wellbeing and academic progress.

Apply Today

If you're a Psychology graduate looking for a Teaching Assistant job in Stoke on Trent, click 'Apply Now' and upload your CV.

For an informal chat about this or other Psychology-based TA roles, contact Sadir, Secondary Recruitment Consultant, at our Cheshire office in Nantwich.

All successful applicants will complete full safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and two years of references. Interviews may be held online or face to face.