Child Psychology Graduate - Primary School SEND Support

Aspire People Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting graduates to support pupils within primary schools, particularly those with SEND, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs. This role provides invaluable hands‑on experience for graduates considering careers in educational psychology, therapy, teaching, mental health, social work, or progression towards becoming a SENCO.

Pay is competitive and you will gain valuable school‑based experience while supporting children to reach their full potential in a

Qualifications

• Degree in Child Psychology, Psychology, or a related subject.
• Passion for working with children.
• Interest in SEND and inclusive education.
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional learning and emotional needs.
• Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to implement support strategies.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Support emotional regulation and communication development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families where appropriate.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and engagement in learning.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Child Psychology

Job description

Child Psychology Graduate – Primary School SEND Support (Full‑time)

Aspire People are currently recruiting graduates to support pupils within primary schools, particularly those with SEND, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs. This role provides invaluable hands‑on experience for graduates considering careers in educational psychology, therapy, teaching, mental health, social work, or progression towards becoming a SENCO.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional learning and emotional needs.
• Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to implement support strategies.
• Deliver 1:1 and small‑group interventions.
• Support emotional regulation and communication development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families where appropriate.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and engagement in learning.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree in Child Psychology, Psychology, or a related subject.
• Passion for working with children.
• Interest in SEND and inclusive education.
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why Aspire People?

• Gain valuable school‑based experience.
• Excellent foundation for future careers in education or child psychology.
• Long‑term opportunities available.
• Ongoing consultant support.
• Competitive rates of pay.

A fantastic opportunity to turn your degree into meaningful experience while supporting children to achieve their full potential.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate child‑protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.