Psychology Graduate - Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; Eltham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Education consultant support

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is partnering with a welcoming Greenwich primary school to recruit a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support Reception pupils with additional needs.

The role is ideal for graduates in psychology, education, sociology or child development who are passionate about autism, neurodiversity and early childhood development, with a patient, empathetic approach and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in psychology, education, sociology or child development.
• Interest in autism, neurodiversity and early childhood development.
• Patient, nurturing, empathetic and resilient.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience with children or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to Reception pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties, speech and language needs and developmental delays.
• Encourage early communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
• Support children's learning through play-based activities and the EYFS curriculum.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils to build confidence, engagement and emotional security.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to implement tailored support strategies.
• Assist with personal care where required.

Skills

Psychology graduate

Interest in autism

Empathetic

Resilient

Strong communication

Education

Recent Psychology/Education/Sociology/Child Development graduate

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay:£108.35 per day

Are you a Psychology graduate passionate about child development, autism and supporting children with additional needs?Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Greenwich to recruit a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a Reception classroom.

This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology, Child Development, Education or Sociology graduates looking to gain invaluable practical experience working with young children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly those considering careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy or specialist education.

The Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to Reception pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties, speech and language needs and developmental delays.
• Encourage early communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
• Support children's learning through play-based activities and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils to build confidence, engagement and emotional security.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to implement tailored support strategies.
• Assist with personal care where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• A recent Psychology, Education, Sociology or Child Development graduate.
• A genuine interest in autism, neurodiversity and early childhood development.
• Patient, nurturing, empathetic and resilient.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience with children or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
• Motivated to gain practical experience before pursuing further study or a career in psychology or education.

Why Apply?

• Gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting children with SEN.
• Develop practical skills relevant to Educational Psychology and child development.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.
• Make a meaningful difference to children's early educational experiences.
• Competitive daily pay and ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.