Job description
Job Title: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Sheffield
Pay rate: £94 to £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a passionate individual with a keen interest in psychology and education?
Do you have a desire to support students’ academic growth while fostering a deeper understanding of psychological concepts? GSL Education are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a dynamic school in Sheffield, where you can make a meaningful impact on students' learning and development.
Role Overview:
As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (Grad TA), you will support both students and teachers in the delivery of Psychology lessons, with a focus on students. This role offers an excellent opportunity for psychology graduates to further develop their teaching experience in a school environment while helping students achieve their full potential academically.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Psychology department in the delivery of lessons to students.
- Assist in the creation and preparation of teaching materials, helping to enhance the quality of Psychology lessons.
- Provide individual and small group support to students, reinforcing key psychological concepts and assisting with their studies.
- Encourage independent thinking by facilitating discussions and debates on psychological theories, experiments and ethical issues.
- Monitor and track student progress, offering constructive feedback to help improve performance and understanding.
- Assist in creating an inclusive classroom environment, ensuring all students feel valued and supported.
- Support the class teacher with behaviour management strategies, ensuring a productive and positive learning environment for all students.
Requirements:
- A degree in Psychology (or a closely related field) is essential.
- Previous experience working with students in an educational setting, preferably supporting Psychology or other social sciences.
- A strong understanding of psychological theories, research methods and key concepts within the subject.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in an accessible and engaging way.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students and teaching staff to create a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Experience working with young people, either in a tutoring, teaching assistant, or mentoring capacity, is desirable but not essential.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive pay rates and the flexibility to choose your working hours.
- Gain valuable experience in a school setting, supporting students and teachers in delivering high-quality education.
- Dedicated consultant support, providing guidance throughout your employment and ensuring your success.
- Enhance your career prospects by gaining experience in education and supporting your professional growth.
If you are an ambitious Psychology graduate with a passion for teaching and an enthusiasm for working with students, take the first step towards an exciting career as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) in Sheffield. Join GSL Education today and be part of a forward-thinking school that values both your contribution and professional development.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA)’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.