Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant, KPI EDUCATION

Guardian Jobs; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Jobs in Coventry seeks a Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant to join its SEND team from September 2026. Full-time.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions, support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and help learners build confidence and independence.

Salary £20,000–£25,000 per annum with comprehensive training, ongoing development and supportive leadership. Perfect for graduates aiming for Educational Psychology, Teaching or SEND careers.

Qualifications

• Psychology degree required (2:1 or first class preferred).
• Strong A-Level and GCSE results.
• Genuine interest in child development, mental health and inclusive education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Experience with children/young people desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group academic interventions.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other learning needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
• Work closely with teachers to adapt learning activities for individuals.
• Help students build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm demeanor

Resilience

Patience

Education

Psychology degree (2:1 or First Class)

Job description

Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant

Coventry | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

£20,000 - £25,000 per annum

Ready to turn your Psychology degree into a career that changes lives?

Have you recently graduated in Psychology and want to gain meaningful, hands-on experience before pursuing Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching or another SEND-focused profession?

Do you enjoy supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential?

A welcoming secondary school in Coventry is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Psychology graduate to join its dedicated SEND team from September. This long-term opportunity offers invaluable experience working alongside experienced educators and SEND specialists while making a genuine difference to students every day.

The Role

As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you'll become an integral part of the school's inclusion team, supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering tailored 1:1 and small group academic interventions
• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development
• Working closely with teachers to adapt learning activities for individual pupils
• Helping students build confidence, resilience and independence
• Contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Psychology degree (2:1 or First Class preferred)
• Strong A-Level and GCSE results
• A genuine interest in child development, mental health and inclusive education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Experience working with children or young people through schools, tutoring, youth work or care settings (desirable but not essential)

Why Join This School?

• Salary of £20,000 - £25,000
• Full-time, long-term position from September 2026
• Outstanding experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Teachers and SEND professionals
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
• Supportive leadership team committed to staff progression
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's education and wellbeing

If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to gain exceptional school-based experience before taking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.