Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay from £110 per day

Support from dedicated consultant

Opportunities across SEND schools

Long-term, daily supply opportunities

Job summary

Educato Limited, in partnership with welcoming SEND schools across Greater Manchester, is recruiting Psychology Graduates as SEN Teaching Assistants. You’ll support pupils with a range of SEND, developing communication and social skills under guidance from experienced staff.

This temporary role offers daily pay from £110, opportunities across SEND settings, and requirements include a degree in psychology and a compassionate, proactive approach. DBS checks and safeguarding standards apply.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology, Child Psychology or a related subject.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, empathetic and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with autism, social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Help pupils develop confidence, emotional regulation and independence.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging, personalised learning activities.
• Use positive reinforcement and consistent strategies to encourage engagement.
• Observe pupils’ needs and progress and share findings with staff.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Psychology or related subject

Job description

Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant

Psychology Graduate - SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Temporary

Full time/Part time: Full time, Monday to Friday

Pay: From £110 per day

Expected end date: July 2027

Educato is working in partnership with welcoming and supportive SEND schools across Greater Manchester, who are looking to appoint enthusiastic and compassionate Psychology Graduates to work as SEN Teaching Assistants.

This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience working with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Whether you're considering a future career in educational psychology, clinical psychology, child development, mental health or teaching, this role will provide valuable hands‑on experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

You’ll work alongside experienced teachers and support staff to help pupils access learning, develop their communication and social skills, build confidence and achieve their individual goals.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils with a range of SEND.
• Support pupils with autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties and learning disabilities.
• Help pupils develop their confidence, emotional regulation, social interaction and independence.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging, personalised learning activities.
• Use positive reinforcement and consistent strategies to encourage engagement and positive outcomes.
• Observe pupils’ needs and progress, sharing relevant information with teachers and the wider support team.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

We’re Looking For

• A degree in Psychology, Child Psychology or a related subject.
• A genuine interest in child development, SEND, mental health or educational psychology.
• A patient, empathetic and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• The ability to remain calm, adaptable and positive when faced with challenges.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is beneficial but not essential if you have relevant transferable experience.

Why Register with Educato?

• Competitive rates of pay, from £110 per day.
• Valuable practical experience for future psychology‑related careers.
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities across SEND schools, mainstream schools with specialist provisions and alternative provisions.
• Long‑term, permanent and daily supply opportunities available.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Ongoing support throughout your career.

Whether you’re a recent psychology graduate or have a background in a related field and want to gain experience supporting children and young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Compliance and Safeguarding

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child/child and adult workforce, as applicable to the role), satisfactory references, and full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE 2026) guidance and safer recruitment standards. Overseas police checks may be required where applicable.

Educato Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Educato Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.