Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – Chester

Location: Chester, CH1 2
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year | Full-Time
Role: Teaching Assistant | Primary School
Pay: £500- £560 (Per Week)

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children in a high-achieving primary school?

KPI Education is working with a high-achieving primary school in Chester that is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team for the full academic year.

The Role

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across the primary classroom and work closely with teachers to create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Your Psychology background will give you a valuable foundation for understanding child development, behaviour, communication and individual needs.

This role would be particularly suited to graduates considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, Teaching, SEN, Counselling or other child-focused professions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning throughout the school day

• Work alongside class teachers to support engaging lessons

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required

• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience

• Support pupils with their social and emotional development

• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement

• Assist pupils who may require additional learning support

• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils

• Contribute to a calm, encouraging and inclusive classroom

• Support teachers with classroom activities and daily routines

Why Apply?

High-Achieving Primary School

Join a successful primary school with high expectations for academic achievement, pupil development and behaviour.

Perfect for Psychology Graduates

Put your degree into practice while developing practical experience in child development, behaviour, learning and emotional wellbeing.

Full Academic Year

Secure a consistent full-time position for the academic year, allowing you to build substantial experience within a school environment.

Excellent Career Experience

Gain experience that can strengthen future applications for careers in Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, Teaching, SEN, Counselling, Mental Health and Youth Work.

Requirements

Essential:

• Psychology degree with a 2:1 or above

• Genuine interest in working with children

• Strong understanding of child development and behaviour

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Patient, enthusiastic and approachable

• Confident building positive relationships with children

• Reliable and committed to the full academic year

• Keen to develop a career working with children or within education

Desirable:

• Previous experience working with children

• Tutoring or mentoring experience

• Voluntary experience within schools or youth settings

Previous school experience is not essential for the right Psychology graduate.

Working Hours

Monday–Friday
8:00am–3:30pm
Full Academic Year

Apply Today

If you are a Psychology graduate looking to gain high-quality primary school experience within a successful and supportive school environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step towards your future career.

Send your CV to KPI Education today to be considered.

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant | Primary School | Chester CH1 2 | Full Academic Year | Monday–Friday | 8:00am–3:30pm | 2:1+ Psychology Degree | High-Achieving School | Full-Time

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