Psychology Graduate – Flintshire

Are you a Psychology Graduate looking for an opportunity where you can help young people engage in education?

Job Description

Chalk is looking to recruit a Psychology Graduate to work in a Secondary mainstream unit located in Flintshire. Our client is seeking to employ a graduate with a degree associated with Psychology. The school has excellent facilities with a supportive network of education professionals. The unit is based within the school and caters for students with social, emotional mental health, anxiety, and trauma difficulties. As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will be required to build positive relationships with the students. You will also have to manage difficult behaviour; applicants will need to be confident and not phased by any challenges with the ability to be calm, firm, and fair. Knowledge of de-escalation techniques would be an advantage.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Psychology degree or similar
• Experience in de-escalation techniques desirable
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work and deal with unpredictable challenges
• Be able to differentiate lessons for children with additional need
• Creative approach to organising activities and engaging groups of children
• Experience working with children or young adults.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or willing to apply
• EWC registration or willing to apply
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers