Psychology Graduate: SEND & Child Development Support

Aspire People; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting Psychology graduates to support primary schools across Manchester from November 2026 onwards. This role focuses on SEND and child development, working with pupils to support learning and develop communication and social skills.

You will work alongside teachers and support staff, provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, and help create positive behaviour and emotional regulation in classroom settings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology, Child Psychology or related field.
• Relevant UK-based experience supporting children within last two years.
• Experience with autism, SEMH or additional learning needs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with classroom learning
• Providing 1:1 and small-group assistance
• Helping children develop communication and social skills
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Assisting with structured learning activities
• Working alongside teachers and support staff

Skills

Psychology degree

Experience with children

SEND knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting Psychology graduates to support primary schools across Manchester from November 2026 onwards. This role focuses on SEND and child development, working with pupils to support learning and develop communication and social skills.

You will work alongside teachers and support staff, provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, and help create positive behaviour and emotional regulation in classroom settings.