Psychology Graduate: SEN Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

CPD access

Weekly pay

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Psychology graduates to join East Kent SEN schools as Teaching Assistants, offering full-time and part-time roles with day rates of £93–£100. This is an excellent stepping stone toward careers in Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy or Teaching.

You will support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and other needs, helping with academic and pastoral development while working alongside skilled therapists and teachers.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology (or a related subject)
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, resilience and a positive attitude
• Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults is desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in the classroom on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Helping pupils develop social interaction and communication skills
• Assisting with classroom activities and differentiated learning
• Building positive relationships with pupils, teachers and families
• Working alongside experienced SEN professionals and therapists

Skills

Excellent communication

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Psychology graduates to join East Kent SEN schools as Teaching Assistants, offering full-time and part-time roles with day rates of £93–£100. This is an excellent stepping stone toward careers in Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy or Teaching.

You will support pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and other needs, helping with academic and pastoral development while working alongside skilled therapists and teachers.