Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEN Teaching Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is seeking a Psychology graduate for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEN Teaching Assistant role at a mainstream primary school in Brixton. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN, including ASC, ADHD and SEMH, helping them access the curriculum.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the SENCO, promoting positive behaviour and social development while adapting activities to individual needs and building confidence

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate with an interest in child development and SEN.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in a school setting and support pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to primary‑aged pupils with SEN.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and speech, language and communication needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships to encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support teams.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and reaching their full potential.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Brixton, South London

Contract: Full-time | Term-time only

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £108.35 per day

Aspiring Educational Psychologist? Gain invaluable hands‑on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs! Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Brixton seeking a passionate, motivated and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs.

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology? This is an exciting opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world educational setting, developing your understanding of child development, learning differences, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to primary‑aged pupils with SEN.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and speech, language and communication needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
• Build positive and trusting relationships to encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support teams.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and reaching their full potential.

Previous experience working with children or individuals with additional needs is advantageous but not essential.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Psychology graduate or graduate in a related discipline.
• Aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and SEN professionals are encouraged to apply.
• A genuine interest in child development, neurodiversity and additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic, resilient and proactive.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience working with children or individuals with additional needs is advantageous but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Gain invaluable practical experience for a future career in Educational Psychology.
• Develop an understanding of SEN, child development and inclusive education.
• Work alongside experienced teaching and SEN professionals.
• Make a meaningful difference to children's academic, social and emotional development.
• Competitive daily pay of £108.35.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.Take the first step towards a career in Educational Psychology!