Psychology Teaching Assistant

Ribbons & Reeves • Enfield, CT

22h • $450 - $550 • Onsite

About The Position

This forward-thinking secondary school with sixth form in the London Borough of Enfield is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its strong Social Sciences provision and genuine commitment to broadening pupil horizons through academically ambitious subject choices. Psychology is a popular and well-regarded sixth form subject, and every Psychology Teaching Assistant plays a valued and meaningful role in supporting students to engage with it at the highest level.

Requirements

• Hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university, ideally in Psychology or a closely related discipline.
• Previous child-centred experience in a UK educational setting is highly valued.
• Intellectually curious, articulate, and committed Psychology Teaching Assistant with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for the subject.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Psychology teachers across KS4 and sixth form to deliver intellectually stimulating lessons
• Delivering targeted one-to-one and small-group tutoring sessions for pupils preparing for GCSE and A-Level examinations
• Helping students develop analytical writing, research skills, and understanding of core psychological theories
• Tracking student progress and feeding back regularly to the class teacher and Head of Department
• Building confident, academically focused relationships with sixth form students throughout the year

Benefits

• Subject-specific CPD tailored to Psychology curriculum support and A-Level tutoring delivery
• A well-resourced Social Sciences department with experienced colleagues and strong sixth form outcomes
• A structured induction with dedicated mentoring from qualified practitioners from day one
• A collaborative, academically engaged staff culture where every Psychology Teaching Assistant is genuinely supported
• Strong encouragement towards teacher training pathways or extended contracts for high-performing staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level