Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students with additional needs in a nurturing SEND school environment. This role offers the chance to gain invaluable experience before pursuing a career in educational psychology or teaching. You will work closely with students, providing tailored support and interventions to help them thrive academically and emotionally. Join a supportive team focused on personal development and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. If you are compassionate and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Recent Psychology graduate with a passion for supporting young people.
• Understanding of behavior and emotional wellbeing is key.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs including Autism and ADHD.
• Deliver targeted interventions and provide 1:1 support.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEND Support – Birmingham

Are you a recent Psychology graduate with a passion for supporting young people with additional needs? This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working in a specialist SEND school setting prior to beginning your teacher training or pursuing a career in Educational Psychology.

Position Details:

• Role: Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Salary: £90 - £100 Per day
• Duration: September 2025 until July 2026
• Location: Secondary SEND School, Birmingham
• Focus: Providing tailored support for students with Moderate to Complex Needs

The Role:

As a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will support students with a variety of special educational needs including Autism, ADHD, MLD, Communication Impairments, and other needs. Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO, you’ll deliver targeted interventions, provide 1:1 and small group support, and help create a calm, nurturing learning environment. Your understanding of behaviour, communication, and emotional wellbeing will play a key role in each student’s success.

The Candidate:

This role is perfect for a Psychology graduate who is considering a career in educational psychology, SEN teaching, or child therapy. You should be patient, resilient, and able to build strong, trusting relationships with students. A compassionate approach and a genuine desire to support young people with additional needs are essential.

The School:

This Birmingham-based secondary SEND school provides a safe and nurturing environment for Key Stage 3 & 4 students with moderate to complex learning needs. With a strong, supportive staff team and a focus on personal as well as academic development, this is an ideal setting for a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to build meaningful experience within education and special needs support.

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.