Psychology Graduate SEND TA - Manchester

Aspire People; Ringway; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a Psychology Graduate to work as a Teaching Assistant supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The role involves providing personalized learning support, assisting in group interventions, and collaborating with educators. A UK degree in Psychology is required, along with a genuine passion for helping children. This position offers flexible contract types and opportunities to enhance your skills in diverse school settings.

Benefits

Opportunities for varied experience

Support and guidance from experienced recruiters

Chance to enhance CV for future career opportunities

Qualifications

• Have a UK degree in Psychology or a related subject.
• Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people with SEND.
• Ideally have previous experience supporting children.

Responsibilities

• Working 1:1 with children with SEND to provide personalized learning support.
• Leading or assisting with small group interventions.
• Collaborating with teachers and other staff to create an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Ability to provide personalized learning support

Collaboration with teachers

Education

UK degree in Psychology or related subject

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Psychology Graduate - Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Contract Types: Long Term • Short Term • Daily Supply Cover

Location: Various schools across multiple Multi Academy Trusts

Responsibilities

• Working 1:1 with children with SEND to provide personalised learning support
• Leading or assisting with small group interventions
• Supporting pupils within mainstream school SEND hubs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and developing social and emotional skills
• Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other school staff to create an inclusive learning environment

Qualifications

• Have a UK degree in Psychology (or a related subject)
• Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people with SEND
• Ideally have previous experience in a school, nursery, placement, or voluntary role supporting children
• Hold a DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
• Can provide references covering the last 2 years
• Are flexible, adaptable, and able to work across different settings

Benefits

• Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and daily supply work
• Varied experience across different school settings and age groups
• Support and guidance from experienced recruiters who work closely with our schools
• The chance to build your skills and enhance your CV for future career opportunities

How to apply

If you’re a Psychology graduate eager to gain invaluable experience in education and make a real difference to children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and start your journey towards an inspiring career in SEND support.

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.