Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
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| Salary: | £100 to £117 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | SE13 6JZ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 9 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant - Southwark
£100-£117 per day | Weekly Pay | Temp to Perm
Are you a Psychology graduate interested in gaining practical experience working with children and young people?
We are currently working with a specialist educational setting in Southwark that is looking for a Psychology Graduate to join their team as a Teaching Assistant.
This Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Southwark is particularly suited to graduates considering careers in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, SEN or mental health.
You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them develop their confidence, communication, emotional regulation and engagement with learning. You'll gain valuable experience understanding how individual needs can impact behaviour, learning and development within a specialist setting.
The Role
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support
Provide 1:1 and small-group support
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Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils
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Support emotional wellbeing and engagement
Support emotional wellbeing and engagement
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Assist with learning and classroom activities
Assist with learning and classroom activities
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Work alongside teachers and specialist support staff
Work alongside teachers and specialist support staff
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Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
Who We're Looking For
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Psychology graduates passionate about working with children and young people
Psychology graduates passionate about working with children and young people
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Graduates with an interest in Clinical or Educational Psychology
Graduates with an interest in Clinical or Educational Psychology
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Individuals who are patient, empathetic and enthusiastic
Individuals who are patient, empathetic and enthusiastic
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Previous education experience is desirable but not essential
Previous education experience is desirable but not essential
This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical experience while working towards a future career in psychology, education or SEN.
£100-£117 per day, paid weekly, with the opportunity to move into a temp-to-perm position.
Interested?
Apply below to find out more.