About this role
This temporary Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Rossendale offers practical, hands-on experience within special educational needs, child psychology or educational support. Working across both of the school’s sites in the Rossendale area, you will support students with varying needs on the autism spectrum to access education and reach their full potential. Responsibilities include assisting teachers in delivering tailored lessons so learning materials are accessible for students with ASC, and supporting students on a 1-to-1 basis or in small intervention groups focusing on emotional regulation, social communication and academic progress. You will also apply psychological insights to understand student behaviour, implement positive behaviour support strategies and help create structured, low-arousal learning environments.
Job Description
Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (ASC Specialist Provision)
Location: Rossendale Area (Across both sites)
Age Range: 7 - 19 years old
Salary/Pay Rate: -98.89 - -120 per day (dependent on experience)
Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Psychology Graduate to join a specialist ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) school supporting children and young people aged 7 to 19 years old.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build practical, hands-on experience within special educational needs (SEN), child psychology, or educational support. You will be working dynamically across both of the school's sites in the Rossendale area, supporting students with varying needs on the autism spectrum to access education and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
In-Class Support: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, tailored lessons, ensuring learning materials are accessible for students with ASC.
1inction & Small Group Work: Support students on a 1-to-1 basis or in small intervention groups focusing on emotional regulation, social communication, and academic progress.
Applying Psychological Insights: Utilise your psychology background to understand student behaviour, implement positive behaviour support (PBS) strategies, and assist in creating structured, low-arousal learning environments.
Progress Tracking: Observe, record, and report on student progress and developmental milestones to help shape future support plans.
Mentoring & Wellbeing: Act as a positive role model, championing student mental health, building trust, and supporting emotional wellbeing across both school sites.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: A recent graduate holding a degree in Psychology (or a closely related discipline).
Experience: Previous experience or a strong desire to work with children or young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), SEN, or SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs.
Skills: Excellent communication, resilience, empathy, and a proactive, patient approach.
Travel: Ability to work across both sites in the Rossendale area seamlessly.
Compliance: Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced Child Workforce DBS check registered on the Update Service.
What Tradewind Can Offer You
Competitive Pay: Daily rates ranging between -98.89 and -120 (paid weekly, dependent on experience).
Career Development: Invaluable school-based experience ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, or Teachers, alongside free access to accredited CPD training courses.
Dedicated Support: A supportive and expert consultant working on your behalf to secure the best placements.
Referral Scheme: Excellent recommend-a-friend bonuses.
How to Apply
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