Psychology, Autism & SEN Learning Support Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; Eltham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is partnering with a Lambeth primary school to recruit a Psychology, Autism & SEN Learning Support Assistant for its specialist Autism Provision.

The role offers hands-on experience supporting children with autism and additional learning needs within a primary school setting, contributing to personalised learning plans and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate or related field required.
• Interest in autism, neurodevelopment and SEN.
• Experience with autism or additional needs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to primary pupils in a specialist Autism Provision.
• Support children with ASC, ADHD, speech and language needs.
• Differentiate activities to access the curriculum and promote learning.
• Help develop communication, social interaction and emotional regulation skills.
• Implement structured activities to encourage engagement and independence.
• Offer consistent support for pupils with challenging behaviour or sensory difficulties.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and multidisciplinary team.
• Create a safe, nurturing learning environment where pupils can reach their potential.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

Psychology degree

Related discipline

Job description

Psychology, Autism & SEN Learning Support Assistant

Primary School - Specialist Autism Provision

Lambeth

Full-Time

Rate: £108.35 per day

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable hands‑on experience supporting children with autism and additional learning needs?

Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Lambeth to recruit a motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic Psychology, Autism & SEN Learning Support Assistant to join its specialist Autism Provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology graduate or aspiring educational, clinical or child psychologist to develop practical experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a range of additional needs within a primary school environment.

The Role:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to primary‑aged pupils within a specialist Autism Provision.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties and associated learning needs.
• Help pupils access the curriculum through differentiated activities and individual learning strategies.
• Support the development of communication, social interaction and emotional regulation skills.
• Implement structured learning activities and interventions to encourage engagement and independence.
• Provide consistent, positive support for pupils who may display challenging behaviour or experience sensory and communication difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider multidisciplinary team to support individual pupil development.
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every child can reach their potential.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A Psychology graduate or graduate in a related discipline, such as Child Development, Education or Speech and Language.
• A genuine interest in autism, neurodevelopment and special educational needs.
• Previous experience working with children with autism or additional needs would be advantageous.
• An understanding of social communication, sensory processing and emotional regulation.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with children.
• A proactive and adaptable individual who can respond positively to the varying needs of pupils.
• An aspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Child Psychologist or SEN Teacher looking to gain valuable school‑based experience.