Psychology Graduate Supply Teaching Assistant 

Location: Bradford, BD2
Pay: £100–£130 per day
Monday–Friday | Flexible Days | Supply to Permanent Opportunities

Are you a Psychology graduate looking for a role where you can put your degree into practice?

Would you like to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people while exploring your next career step?

KPI Education is looking for enthusiastic Psychology graduates to join our team of Teaching Assistants, working across schools in Bradford, BD1 on a flexible supply basis.

This role is ideal for graduates who want to understand how children learn, develop and respond to different environments, while gaining valuable experience within a school setting.

You can work around your availability during the Monday–Friday school week, with the opportunity to build relationships with schools and potentially move into a longer-term or full-time position.

What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside teachers and school staff, you will play an important role in supporting pupils throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils during lessons and independent activities

• Working with individuals or small groups who require additional support

• Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning

• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement

• Supporting pupils with their confidence, communication and independence

• Helping teachers create a calm and productive learning environment

• Observing pupil behaviour and responding appropriately to individual needs

• Building trusting and professional relationships with pupils

• Supporting classroom routines and activities

• Working collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff

Why Psychology Graduates?

Your degree provides a strong foundation for understanding child development, behaviour, communication and individual differences.

This experience can be particularly valuable if you are considering a future career in:

Educational Psychology | Clinical Psychology | Child Psychology | Teaching | SEN | Counselling | Mental Health | Youth Work

What You'll Get

Flexible Supply Work

Work the days that suit your availability, Monday–Friday, while gaining experience in different school environments.

£100–£130 Daily Rate

Earn while developing practical experience that complements your Psychology degree.

Real School Experience

Build your confidence working with children and young people and develop transferable skills in communication, behaviour support and relationship building.

Career Progression

Successful supply placements can provide a route into longer-term and full-time opportunities within schools.

Who We're Looking For

• Psychology graduate with a 2:1 degree or above

• Genuine interest in working with children and young people

• Confident communicator

• Patient, approachable and adaptable

• Reliable and professional

• Able to build positive relationships with pupils

• Keen to develop experience within education

Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential. Experience through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, volunteering or youth work is also welcomed.

Apply Today

If you're a Psychology graduate looking for flexible paid experience that could help shape your future career, we'd like to hear from you.

Send your CV to KPI Education today to be considered.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant | Bradford BD2 | Supply | £100–£130 Per Day | Flexible Monday–Friday | 2:1+ Psychology Degree | School Experience | Long-Term & Full-Time Opportunities

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