Psychology Graduate - SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization is seeking Psychology Graduates for SEN Teaching Assistant roles in Guildford. This position offers hands-on experience working with children with special educational needs and behavioural challenges. Ideal for those pursuing careers in education or psychology, the role involves supporting students, implementing strategies, and creating a nurturing environment. Flexible placements are available, with ongoing training and competitive daily rates.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Competitive daily rates

Roles across various schools

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in working with children with SEN and behavioural needs.
• Commitment to working at least 3 days per week (term-time only).

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils to support behaviour and engagement.
• Help implement strategies developed by SENCOs, teachers, and therapists.
• Support students in managing transitions, routines, and social skills.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Calm approach under pressure

Genuine interest in working with children

Education

Degree in Psychology

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Teaching Personnel

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Posted:

17.05.2025

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01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Psychology Graduates Wanted – SEN Behaviour Support Roles
Surrey Schools | Full-Time & Part-Time | Immediate & September Starts

Are you a recent Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) and behavioural challenges?

We’re recruiting enthusiastic and empathetic graduates to join our network of SEN schools and mainstream provisions across Surrey, supporting pupils with a range of needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and trauma-related behaviours.

This is an ideal stepping stone for those pursuing careers in:

Educational or Clinical Psychology

Teaching

Speech and Language Therapy

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

The Role:

Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils to support behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation
Help implement strategies developed by SENCOs, teachers, and therapists
Build trusting relationships and act as a positive role model
Support students in managing transitions, routines, and social skills
Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment

What We’re Looking For:
A degree in Psychology (or related field)
Genuine interest in working with children with SEN and behavioural needs
Patience, resilience, and a calm approach under pressure
Previous experience working with children (in any setting) is desirable but not essential
Commitment to working at least 3 days per week (term-time only)

We Offer:
Roles across mainstream schools, PRUs, and SEN provisions in areas such as Guildford, Woking, Camberley, Godalming and Hindhead.
Full-time, part-time, and ad-hoc placements to suit your schedule
Excellent experience for future postgraduate study or teacher training applications
Ongoing training and support from experienced education consultants
Competitive daily rates

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If you're interested in starting your career in education, please apply with your CV.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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