Psychology Graduate - Birmingham

Teaching Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Birmingham is looking for recent Psychology graduates to take on the role of Learning Support Assistant. This full-time position involves supporting children with special educational needs (SEN) by providing one-to-one assistance and helping to create an inclusive learning environment. Candidates should be empathetic, patient, and eager to gain practical experience in education or related fields.

Benefits

Mentoring from experienced educators

Hands-on experience in a supportive environment

Clear route to permanent employment for the right candidates

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, Youth Studies, Social Work, or related field.
• Commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.
• Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Support students inside and outside the classroom.
• Encourage independence and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists for tailored support.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Passion for supporting children

Education

Degree in Psychology or related discipline

Job description

Psychology Graduates Wanted - Start Your Career Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Location: Birmingham
Pay: £415 - £445 per week
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM)
Start Date: September

Here's your chance to make a real difference. We're offering Psychology (and related) graduates the opportunity to work in a thriving specialist school in Birmingham. This is more than a job - it's the first step into a meaningful career supporting children and young people with additional needs.

Join a dedicated team as a Learning Support Assistant, working closely with pupils who face a variety of challenges, such as:

• Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)

• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

• General learning difficulties

You'll play a key role in helping students succeed both academically and personally by delivering one-to-one support and assisting in small groups.

• Supporting students inside and outside the classroom

• Encouraging independence and social development

• Collaborating with teachers and specialists to provide tailored support

• Helping to create a positive, inclusive learning environment

We're looking for someone who is:
A recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, Youth Studies, Social Work, or a related field
Passionate about helping children with additional needs
Empathetic, patient, and eager to learn
Looking for practical experience ahead of a career in education, therapy, or social care

• Gain hands-on experience in a supportive, well-equipped SEN school

• Build transferable skills that will serve you in multiple career paths

• Receive mentoring from experienced educators and SEN professionals

• Clear route to permanent employment for the right candidates

• A degree in Psychology or a related discipline

• An Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)

• A genuine commitment to supporting young people