Psychology Graduate
Job description
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Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools
Are you a psychology graduate eager to put theory into practice and gain hands-on experience working with children?
This is your chance to make a real difference while developing valuable skills for your future career!
About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced teachers to support children's learning and wellbeing in the classroom. You'll help create a positive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive - academically, socially, and emotionally.
What You'll Do:
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Support pupils individually and in small groups
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Assist with classroom activities and behaviour management
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Help children develop confidence, communication, and emotional regulation
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Work closely with teachers and specialists to support diverse learning needs
Why It's Perfect for Psychology Graduates:
Gain real-world experience with child development and behaviour
Build skills in communication, empathy, and observation
Enhance your CV for educational, clinical, or research roles
Be part of a supportive school community where your contribution matters
What We're Looking For:
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A passion for helping children reach their potential
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Interest in education, psychology, or child development
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Reliable, positive, and proactive attitude
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Availability during school hours (term-time)
Location: Various primary schools across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
Contract: Part-time / Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP
Please call Lynne at Tradewind if interested on or email
Key skills
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⭐ Highlight your Psychology degree prominently as this role specifically targets psychology graduates seeking practical experience
📊 Quantify any experience with children: 'Supported 8 pupils in small group activities' or 'Assisted with behaviour management for 25-pupil class'
🌐 Emphasise any child development modules, educational psychology coursework, or research projects from your degree
🎯 Mention availability for school hours and term-time working as this is explicitly required
🤝 Showcase examples of working with diverse learning needs or supporting vulnerable groups
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- •Applied developmental psychology theories to support 12 primary school children with emotional regulation, improving classroom engagement by 85%
- •Assisted teachers with behaviour management strategies for 25-pupil classes, reducing disruptions through positive reinforcement techniques
- •Supported individual learning needs for 6 SEN pupils using evidence-based psychological approaches, enhancing their academic confidence
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Tradewind Recruitment's Teaching Assistant position offers exactly the hands-on child development experience I'm seeking to complement my Psychology degree. My academic background in developmental psychology and behaviour theory positions me well to support primary school children's learning and emotional wellbeing.
My background in psychological theory, combined with strong communication skills and genuine passion for helping children reach their potential, makes me an ideal candidate for this role. I am fully available for school hours and term-time working.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you apply psychological theories to support a child struggling with emotional regulation?
- ›What behaviour management strategies would you use with primary school children?
- ›How would you adapt your support for children with different learning needs?
- ›What child development theories inform your approach to classroom support?
- ›How would you identify signs that a child may need additional support?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you helped someone overcome a challenge
- ›Describe a situation where you had to adapt your communication style
- ›Give an example of when you worked as part of a team to achieve a goal
- ›Tell me about a time you had to remain patient in a difficult situation
- ›Describe how you would handle a child having a meltdown in the classroom
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you helped someone overcome a challenge
Describe how you would handle a child having a meltdown in the classroom