Salary: £100 - 120 per day
Reference: PG5
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in education? Are you interested in supporting young people with additional needs and building a career in areas such as educational psychology, mental health, or teaching?
Leader Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work in schools and alternative provisions across Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting while making a real difference in students’ lives.
This is a full-time (Monday–Friday), long-term position supporting students across primary, secondary, or specialist settings.
You will:
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Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs
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Support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism (ASC), ADHD, or learning difficulties
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Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and trust
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Assist teachers in delivering structured and inclusive lessons
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Support emotional regulation and behaviour management
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Help create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment
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Encourage the development of social skills, confidence, and independence
This role is ideal for someone who:
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Holds a degree in Psychology (or a related field)
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Has a genuine interest in child development, behaviour, and mental health
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Is patient, empathetic, and resilient in challenging situations
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Can build strong relationships and set clear boundaries
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Is proactive, adaptable, and keen to learn
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Is considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching, or SEN support
Previous experience with children or young people (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, care, or coaching) is beneficial but not essential.
- Weekly pay (via compliant umbrella payroll)
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Free SEND and behaviour management training
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Valuable hands-on experience for psychology-related career paths
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Dedicated consultant support
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Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
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Full AWR compliance
If you’re a Psychology graduate ready to take the first step in your career and make a meaningful impact in education, we’d love to hear from you.
All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks. An Enhanced DBS is required (support provided).
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