Psychology Graduate — SEN Teaching Assistant Pathway

Aspire People; Royston, Meldreth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training

Recognised qualifications

Practical experience in specialist ed

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to start your career in Royston/Meldreth, Hertfordshire. The role is full-time, term-time only, with a salary of £22,996-£25,068 per year, and a temporary to permanent contract.

You will support students aged 6-19 with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and SEMH needs, working alongside teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals in a specialist school.

Qualifications

• A Psychology graduate passionate about helping young people.
• Interested in developing a career in psychology, therapy, education, mental health or social care.
• Patient, compassionate and resilient.
• Confident communicating with children, young people and professionals.
• Motivated to learn and develop new skills.
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with their learning and development.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group assistance.
• Helping students develop communication, independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Creating a positive, safe and nurturing environment.
• Supporting students throughout the school day.
• Providing personal care when necessary.
• Working closely with specialist staff and other professionals.

Skills

Psychology graduate

Patience

Compassion

Resilience

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to start your career in Royston/Meldreth, Hertfordshire. The role is full-time, term-time only, with a salary of £22,996-£25,068 per year, and a temporary to permanent contract.

You will support students aged 6-19 with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and SEMH needs, working alongside teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals in a specialist school.