Psychology Graduate

Milk Education; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses (5+)

Flexible days and hours

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Free PSHE lesson plans

Educator wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking psychology graduates to support pupils with SEN in primary and secondary settings across Liverpool. You will work 1:1 or in small groups, assisting teachers with adapted lessons and interventions, and helping pupils develop social, emotional, and communication skills.

Flexible days and APSCo-compliant safeguarding are core to the role. Successful candidates will gain hands-on experience in education, with CPD opportunities, free PSHE resources, and a supportive

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate in final year or recent graduate.
• Passionate about working with children with SEN.
• Empathetic, resilient and eager to learn in a classroom environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• Interested in pursuing a career in education, psychology, or SEN support.
• Competitive pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• APSCo Compliance+ accredited for highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements and trusted school network.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement with Milk Academy access.
• Free PSHE lesson plans and educator wellbeing resources.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with SEN
• Assist teachers in delivering adapted lessons and interventions
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and communication development
• Implement strategies to encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with SENCOs, teachers, and support staff

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathetic and resilient

Ability to build positiverelationships

Education

Psychology degree (final year or recent graduate)

Job description

Are you a Psychology graduate in your final year or recently graduated and looking to gain hands-on experience in education? We are offering exciting opportunities to work in SEN schools across primary and secondary settings, supporting children with autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties.

This role is perfect for graduates who want to apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting, develop classroom skills, and make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for children with SEN
• Assist teachers in delivering adapted lessons and interventions
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and communication development
• Implement strategies to encourage independence and positive behaviour
• Work collaboratively with SENCOs, teachers, and support staff

About You

• Psychology graduate (final year students or recent graduates welcome)
• Passionate about working with children and young people with SEN
• Empathetic, resilient, and eager to learn in a classroom environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
• Interested in pursuing a career in education, psychology, or SEN support
• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website.