Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Full Time Temporary

Company: Philosophy Education, Ltd.
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Location: Dover
Job Description:

  • Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
  • SEN & Pastoral Support
  • Primary School
  • Tower Hamlets
  • Full-time
  • Immediate or September Start

A welcoming primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking for a motivated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant looking to gain valuable school-based experience while supporting pupils with additional needs and social, emotional, and behavioural development.

The Role

In this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role, you will support pupils across the primary age range through a combination of classroom support, targeted interventions, and pastoral assistance. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and support staff to help pupils access learning and develop confidence within the classroom environment.

You may work on a 1:1 basis or with small groups of pupils with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or communication needs, supporting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing. The role will involve helping pupils regulate emotions, develop social skills, build positive relationships, and engage successfully in learning activities.

You will also support teaching and learning within the classroom, assist with behaviour management strategies, and help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all pupils.

The school is looking for a psychology graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills, patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children’s development and wellbeing.

This role is offered on a full-time ongoing contract basis with either an immediate or September start.

The School

This inclusive and supportive primary school in Tower Hamlets is committed to ensuring all pupils feel valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and positive relationships, creating a nurturing learning environment for pupils and staff alike.

Staff benefit from a collaborative and welcoming team, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for training and professional development. The school is an excellent environment for graduates and aspiring educational psychologists, teachers, counsellors, or therapists looking to develop their experience within education.

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Posted: July 8th, 2026