Psychology Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Manchester – Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role!

Do you want to use your newfound skills to support children with emotional & behavioural needs?

Have you already gained 3 months’ worth of experience supporting children in a work, placement or voluntary capacity?

If so, then this is a great first STEP in your SEN career!

This is a unique vacancy at outstanding special needs school in Manchester that are keen to hire a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant with limited experience (3 months or more) to support their pupils with social & emotional needs, including those with Autism.

The basics:

• Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant at special needs high school in Manchester for children with SEN, including Autism, Social & Emotional needs and Learning Needs.
• Starting September 2025.
• Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm.
• Expected to go perm eventually for the right person.
• £90-110/day DOE - Paid PAYE, we don’t use umbrella companies!
• Equal pay to perm staff from 13th week onwards.
• Step Perks – 24 hr GP, discounts on shops, cinemas, gyms etc.
• FREE CPD – Step, National College & Creative Education.
• Refer-A-Friend – earn £100*

How you’ll help:

• Provide 1:1 & group support to KS3 students with Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs (SEMH) as well as pupils with Autism & Learning Needs.
• You will need to adapt your approach to each individual need, levels and interests.
• Focus on pupil progress in social, emotional & behavioural areas while also supporting with academic improvement.
• Use positive reinforcement, preventative strategies, de-escalation measures & behaviour management techniques.
• Contribute to a safe, fun & inclusive classroom environment.
• Work with the class teacher, SENCO, SLT, parents and outside professionals such as social workers & educational psychologists.
• Report on behaviours, incidents and disclosures to the DSL.

Your new work environment:

• A supportive, inclusive & well run secondary special needs school.
• Small classrooms of no more than 10 students with staff team of 4 in each.
• Focuses on empathy and respect across their diverse range of pupils.
• Ongoing CPD for long term supply staff.
• 10 minute walk from train station. Close to several bus routes.
• Free on-site parking.

Benefits to you:

• Excellent pay & conditions.
• Equal pay to perm staff from 13th week onwards if still temp.
• Step Perks – 24 hr GP, discounts on shops, cinemas, gyms etc.
• Learn new skills in SEND, enhancing your CV and progressing your career.
• Work with an established & long-standing staff team of SEN experts.
• Dedicated & experienced consultant with over 13 years’ experience to support you through the registration process and during your placement.
• Safe, inclusive, supportive and fun working environment.
• Make a real difference to children’s life chances.

What We Need from You:

• Up to date CV with 10-year work history.
• Proof of Right to Work & Address in the UK.
• DBS certificate on the Update Service (or be happy to apply for one).
• At least 2 professional references covering last 2 years.
• References MUST evidence at least 3 months experience with children.
• Overseas Police Check if applicable.
• A proactive, empathetic, reliable and hard-working approach is a must!

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!

To apply for this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role in Manchester, call Graham Warner at Step Teachers in Manchester today or email you CV.

07385 501183
grahamw@stepteachers.co.uk

Or click APPLY!

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000  – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!