Psychology Graduate - SEND & SEMH Support Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Psychology Graduate to support pupils with SEND and SEMH in primary schools across the UK. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils develop emotional regulation, and assist teachers in reinforcing learning.

This role offers a strong entry point into education and psychology careers, with long-term opportunities and dedicated consultant support from Aspire People. Strong communication, patience and empathy are essential as you build positive

Qualifications

• A Psychology or Child Psychology degree is required or beneficial.
• Genuine interest in working with children in school settings.
• Passion for SEND and inclusive education and safeguarding.
• Patient, resilient and empathetic approach to pupil support.
• Strong communication skills with pupils, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils.
• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Help children develop emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Support classroom learning and targeted interventions.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff and work with teachers and SENCOs.
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence and engagement.

Skills

Interest in children

Communication skills

Empathetic approach

Patience

Resilience

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Psychology Graduate - SEND & SEMH Support Assistant

Primary Schools Full-Time Aspire People

Have you recently graduated with a Psychology or Child Psychology degree and want to gain valuable experience working with children?

Aspire People are recruiting Psychology Graduates to work within primary schools supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and additional learning needs.

Your degree can provide valuable transferable knowledge around child development, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, communication, and individual needs, making this an excellent starting point for a career within education or child-focused services.

This could be particularly beneficial if you're considering a future career as a SENCO, Educational Psychologist, teacher, therapist, or other education professional.

The Role

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Helping children develop emotional regulation
• Supporting classroom learning and interventions
• Building positive relationships with pupils
• Working alongside teachers and SENCOs
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and engagement

We're Looking For

• Psychology, Child Psychology, or related degree
• Genuine interest in working with children
• Passion for SEND and inclusive education
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Strong communication skills

Why Aspire People

• Gain valuable UK school experience
• Put your degree knowledge into practiceBuild experience working with SEND/SEMH pupils
• Excellent foundation for future education or psychology careers
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support

If you're a Psychology Graduate looking for your first meaningful step into education, Aspire People would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.