Psychology Graduate: SEND Teaching Assistant - Now

Simply Education Ltd; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

24/7 support

Free SEND training

Competitive pay

No timesheets

Booking confirmations

Online diary

Ongoing career support

Job summary

Simply Education is recruiting a Psychology Graduate to join a specialist school in Stoke-on-Trent. This role offers hands-on experience supporting pupils with SEND, including autism, through both one-to-one and small-group learning.

You will work alongside experienced teachers to help pupils develop confidence, independence and practical skills, contributing to personalised learning within a supportive, child-centred environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Interest in supporting children and young people with SEND, particularly autism.
• Patience, resilience and a calm, positive approach.
• Willingness to learn new skills and approaches.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the class teacher to deliver personalised learning activities based on pupils' needs.
• Support pupils with English, Maths and vocational learning in small groups and 1:1.
• Encourage engagement and build positive relationships to motivate pupils.
• Promote positive behaviour, clear boundaries and high expectations.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Teamwork

Adaptability

Motivation

Education

Psychology degree or related

Job description

Simply Education is recruiting a Psychology Graduate to join a specialist school in Stoke-on-Trent. This role offers hands-on experience supporting pupils with SEND, including autism, through both one-to-one and small-group learning.

You will work alongside experienced teachers to help pupils develop confidence, independence and practical skills, contributing to personalised learning within a supportive, child-centred environment.