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Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Location: Bath Rate of Pay: £93-£115 per day Start Date: From September - Temporary About the Role Are you a Psychology Graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and young people? Connex Education is recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Psychology Graduates to work as Teaching Assistants across primary schools in Bath. This is a temporary opportunity starting from September, making it ideal for anyone looking to gain valuable classroom experience while exploring a future career in teaching, educational psychology, SEN support, or child development. Still studying at university? This role could work perfectly around your studies. We can accommodate your availability and work around your university timetable and other commitments. We are proud to work with schools within the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust , where you'll support pupils with their learning, development, and wellbeing while gaining valuable hands‑on experience. Key Responsibilities Support teaching and learning within primary classrooms. Provide one-to-one and small group support where required. Support pupils with their academic, social, and emotional development. Use your understanding of psychology and child development to support individual pupils. Build positive and trusting relationships with children. Encourage pupils to engage positively with learning and classroom activities. Support pupils who may have additional, behavioural, or emotional needs. Work closely with teachers and wider school staff to provide consistent support. Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment. Why Join Connex Education? Competitive rates of pay. Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies. Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses. Wellbeing programme and refresher training for todays classroom. Flexible work that can be accommodated around university studies and other commitments. Temporary opportunities starting from September. Long-term and day-to-day opportunities available. Dedicated support with CVs, applications, and interviews. Valuable experience for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, SEN, or child development. Opportunities to work within schools across the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust. Job Requirements A degree in Psychology or a related subject is desirable. Psychology students currently studying at university are also encouraged to apply. Experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not essential. A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Patient, empathetic, and able to build positive relationships with pupils. Ability to remain calm and confident when supporting children with additional needs. Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different school environments. Commitment to equality, inclusion, and diversity. Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities. Ready to Get Started? If you're a Psychology Graduate or currently studying Psychology at university and looking for a temporary Teaching Assistant opportunity in Bath from September onwards , we'd love to hear from you. With flexible opportunities available around your university timetable, this role can be a great way to gain valuable experience in a primary school while continuing your studies. Whether you're considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, SEN support, or simply want to gain hands‑on experience working with children, Connex Education can help you find the right opportunity. With opportunities to support schools within the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust, this is a fantastic chance to gain valuable classroom experience while making a positive difference to pupils. Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability, and all applicants are assessed solely on merit. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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