Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Psychology graduate - Bolton - October start Prospero Teaching are looking for passionate and ambitious Psychology Graduates with a passion for supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs at a school in Bolton. The students will be aged 11 - 19 and it is essential that you have experience supporting children or young people with additional needs. Position Details: Location Bolton Position Graduate Teaching Assistant Type of work General Teaching Assistant work with small groups of Children with SEMH Start date October 2024 End date July 2025 Duration Temporary Full time Minimum rate - £100 per day Hours 8:30 am 3:30pm : Mon Fri (term time only) Responsibilities: Working with and providing support to children with SEN (Special Educational Needs) Experience of supporting pupils with PMLD 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 and relevant) Can be obtained through Prospero Teaching Safeguarding certificate, prevent awareness, FGM - essential Behaviour management training - desirable A committed and enthusiastic attitude to work Excellent communication skills and the ability to form new relationships A full driving licence with access to a vehicle Desirable: Previous experience working with young people Good knowledge of SEMH needs Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. 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 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