Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support - Reading

Psychology Graduate - Reading

Are you passionate about helping set up young people for success? Are you keen to make a difference while also gaining valuable and rewarding experience?

A fantastic opportunity has recently become available for a Psychology Graduate in a primary school in Reading. The school is looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

The role as a Classroom Support Worker

• To support students who struggle with their class work


• Facilitate a sunny and friendly learning environment


• To provide support to the class teacher


• To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards


• To keep the classroom tidy and presentable


• To encourage children to do their best


• Help manage classroom behaviour


• Listen to the children read and practice their phonics

The successful Classroom Support Worker

• You will need to be calm and compassionate. Personality is everything!


• You must be able to take initiative well and problem solve


• Have some experience working with children, desirable but not essential


• You must be patient. Some students struggle with additional learning needs and need someone supportive to help them get through the school day


• You must understand the importance of safeguarding in schools


• Must have an enhanced DBS Check or be willing to apply for one


• Must have right to live/work in the UK - we do not offer sponsorships

If you do not have a DBS certificate - we can support your application

Key information

• Classroom Support Worker


• Reading


• Primary School


• £85 - £95 per day


• Term time only


• ASAP start

This is a wonderful opportunity to support those learners that need extra assistance while also gaining valuable classroom experience. This will surely be a great stepping stone should you want to explore a career in education.

You will also benefit from this role if you are looking for a challenge and keen to try something new.

Psychology Graduate - Classroom Support Worker - Reading - ASAP Start