Psychology Graduate LSA

Academics Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for a Psychology Graduate LSA in Chelmsford. This full-time role starts in January 2026 and offers a long-term contract with a view to permanence. Candidates will gain invaluable experience by supporting students with Special Educational Needs and mental health issues in a friendly primary school environment. Applicants must have a degree in Psychology or a related subject and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Ample CPD courses and training available

Supportive school environment

Invaluable hands-on experience

Responsibilities

• Work closely with students with SEN and trained professionals.
• Support children with mental health issues.
• Gain hands-on experience in a primary school setting.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Experience/knowledge of supporting SEN

Education

Degree in Psychology or a related subject

Job description

Psychology Graduate LSA – Chelmsford, Essex

Education and training

Are you a recent psychology graduate seeking a new role that allows you to gain invaluable, hands‑on experience?

Would you like to work closely with students with SEN and a number of trained professionals such as child psychologists?

Do you have a passion for Special Educational Needs and Mental Health issues present in primary school children?

If so, then please apply today!

• Psychology Graduate LSA
• Chelmsford, Essex
• January 2026 start
• Long‑term contract with the view of going permanent
• £88-£100 per day
• Full‑time
• Fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable experience
• Ample CPD courses and training available
• A friendly and supportive school

Academics are working with a flourishing, 2‑form entry Primary School in Chelmsford. The Head Teacher of this school is seeking a passionate Psychology Graduate LSA to join their warm and welcoming primary school from January on a long‑term contract. This role may become a permanent fixture after a period of probation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Psychology Graduate LSA who is looking to gain hands‑on experience with children who have SEN or mental health issues. You will also work closely with trained professionals such as child psychologists, speech & language therapists and pastoral support, allowing you to gain invaluable insight into the career you may want to progress into.

Requirements

• Warm and welcoming
• Can work as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, can use discretion and confidentiality
• Experience / knowledge of supporting SEN

Have a degree in Psychology or a related subject.

If you are an enthusiastic and highly motivated psychology graduate, then please click 'Apply now' or send your up‑to‑date CV to. For more information, please call Sarah on (phone number removed).