Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Do you want specialist school experience that gives you real exposure to medical needs, pastoral support, and day-to-day classroom practice? Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant September 2026 to July 2027 £90 - £110 per day Specialist school, Wolverhampton Support students with various medical conditions If you are a Psychology graduate who wants experience that genuinely supports future routes like clinical psychology or broader SEND work, this Graduate Teaching Assistant role gives you a clear, structured year in a specialist setting. You will support students with a range of medical conditions, helping them access learning safely, confidently, and consistently, while working closely with teaching staff and the school’s wider support team. The Role You will support students with medical conditions to access learning across the school day in a calm, safe way. You will follow individual healthcare plans and care routines, and you will stick to agreed procedures at all times. You will support medication routines in line with school policy and training, and you will record what is required accurately. You will monitor wellbeing and recognise when a student is not coping, then escalate concerns to the correct staff member quickly. You will adapt tasks and pacing so students can participate without being overwhelmed or put at risk. You will provide 1:1 and small group support in lessons, helping students stay engaged and complete work. You will support transitions, personal organisation, and readiness to learn, including equipment and routine-building. You will build positive relationships that help students feel safe, understood, and able to ask for help. The Candidate You will have a 2:2 degree or above in Psychology (or a closely related subject). You will have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above. You will be calm, consistent, and confident supporting students with complex needs. You will communicate clearly and maintain professional boundaries, even when students are anxious or unwell. You will be reliable and comfortable following care plans and agreed routines exactly, because consistency keeps students safe. You will have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or you will be willing to obtain one. The School This specialist school in Wolverhampton supports students who need a tailored approach to learning, wellbeing, and daily care. Staff work closely as a team, routines are structured, and support is planned around individual needs so students can access education safely. You will be guided by experienced professionals and gain valuable insight into needs-led support that links well to Psychology-focused career routes. Apply Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant role. If you are shortlisted, we will contact you within 3 working days to discuss the school and next steps. Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.