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Psychology Graduates!

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 7 hours
Location

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Tradewind Recruitment Cardiff is seeking enthusiastic Psychology graduates to serve as Learning Support Assistants or Teaching Assistants in mainstream and SEN schools starting in April.
  • Candidates should ideally have experience working with children or young adults, though it is not mandatory.
  • The position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure, EWC registration, and at least two professional reference checks.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, with Tradewind known for offering top pay rates and extensive CPD opportunities.
  • Applicants must have a psychology degree or equivalent qualifications and the legal right to work in the UK.

Tradewind Recruitment Cardiff are searching for fun and friendly Psychology graduates to work as a Learning Support Assistant/ Teaching Assistant in both mainstream schools as well as SEN schools in Cardiff starting from April.

We work closely with lots of SEN schools which have many opportunities for you to work 1-1 with small groups of children with Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties and Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.

We offer lots of certified CPD courses and additional training beforehand and throughout your role to ensure you are well equipped to enter the classroom. Tradewind are renowned for offering top rates of pay, more CPD than any other agency, great referral bonus and termly networking & social events.

In this role, you will be required to:

  • Prepare learning materials with the guidance of the teacher
  • Work with small groups and 1-1 with SEN children
  • Help create a stimulating environment
  • Encourage the confidence and independence of the pupils
  • Adapt your approach to learning based on a learner's needs
  • Working with pupils on therapy or care programmes, with the support of relevant professionals according to the learner's needs.

To join us and be successful in the Learning Support Assistant/ Teaching Assistant role you will need:

  • To have psychology degree or equivalent qualifications.
  • Experience working with children or young adults is preferred but not essential.
  • This position you will need an enhanced DBS disclosure, Over Seas Police Clearance (if applicable) and profession reference checks - At least 2!
  • You must have an EWC
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be noted.
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK.
  • Attend the TA school (if applicable)

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as a Psychology Graduate in Cardiff, South Wales. Or for more information about the role, contact Lottie Dullea on /

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.