Psychology Graduate: SEN & Autism Learning Support

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

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network is partnering with an independent Speech and Language SEN School in Greater London to recruit a Psychology & SEN Learning Support Assistant. The role supports pupils with autism and speech and language needs, under the guidance of teachers and therapists.

Ideal candidates hold a psychology or related degree, show interest in autism and neurodevelopment, and are eager to develop in a specialist education setting.

Qualifications

• Psychology graduate or related field with interest in autism and SEN.
• Interest in autism, neurodevelopment and speech and language difficulties.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs is advantageous but not essential.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of specialist education.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism and speech, language and communication needs.
• Support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and learning development.
• Implement individual learning strategies and communication programmes under the guidance of teaching staff and specialists.
• Use a patient, nurturing and consistent approach to support pupils with verbal communication, social interaction and sensory processing.
• Encourage independence, confidence and engagement through structured learning activities and play-based approaches.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals to support individual pupil targets.
• Assist with classroom routines and create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Psychology degree

Autism awareness

Speech & language needs understanding

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Psychology degree

Child Development degree (related)

Job description

Pertemps Education Network is partnering with an independent Speech and Language SEN School in Greater London to recruit a Psychology & SEN Learning Support Assistant. The role supports pupils with autism and speech and language needs, under the guidance of teachers and therapists.

Ideal candidates hold a psychology or related degree, show interest in autism and neurodevelopment, and are eager to develop in a specialist education setting.