Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

five; Lydney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS (refunded when you work 20+ 0

Friend referral bonus

Mentoring and specialist support

Job summary

Five Education are seeking caring, resilient, and enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in Gloucestershire. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to build hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional educational needs while developing skills relevant to future careers.

The school caters for pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning disabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related discipline required.
• Passion for supporting children with SEND, SEMH or additional learning needs.
• Patient, compassionate and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to help pupils meet EHCP targets.
• Encourage development of communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Build trusting relationships to keep pupils engaged and motivated.

Skills

Psychology degree

SEND passion

Patience

Communication teamwork

Education

Psychology degree or related

Job description

Location: South Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire- Cheltenham/ Gloucester, Gloucestershire - Lydney, Gloucestershire - Dursley, Gloucestershire - Cheltenham

Job Details

• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: South Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire- Cheltenham/ Gloucester, Gloucestershire - Lydney, Gloucestershire - Dursley, Gloucestershire - Cheltenham
• Salary: Negotiable
• Start Date: Fri 31st Jul 2026
• Contact Name: Bella Worboys
• Contact Email: [e-mail]
• Contact Phone: [phone]

Job Description

Five Education are seeking caring, resilient, and enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in Gloucestershire. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to build hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with additional educational needs while developing skills relevant to future careers.

The school caters for pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning disabilities. As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play an important role in helping students engage with learning, develop their independence, and build confidence in a safe, nurturing environment.

This role is ideal for graduates considering careers in educational psychology, clinical psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, social work, or teaching, and who want meaningful experience within a specialist education setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to help pupils achieve their individual learning and EHCP targets.
• Encourage the development of communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills.
• Work alongside teachers to adapt lessons and activities to meet a range of learning needs and abilities.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils, helping them feel secure, motivated, and included throughout the school day.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Psychology or a related discipline.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND, SEMH, or additional learning needs.
• A patient, compassionate, and adaptable approach to working with pupils.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

Essential Requirements

Right to work in the UK – we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.

Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).

Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one*

• Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.

What can Five Education offer you?

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme
• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.