Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (SLD & ASD Provision)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Chorley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

CPD training access

Consultant support

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. seeks a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to work with pupils aged 4–19 in Chorley, across two school sites. The role focuses on SLD and ASD provision, delivering multi-sensory lessons and targeted support.

The successful candidate will have a Psychology degree, DBS clearance, and a passion for SEN. Daily pay ranges from £98.89 to £120, paid weekly, with CPD opportunities and consultant support.

Qualifications

• Recent psychology degree required.
• Experience or strong desire to work with children or young people with SLD, ASD, SEN, or complex needs.
• Excellent communication, high resilience, empathy, proactive and patient approach.
• Must be willing to apply for an enhanced Child Workforce DBS check registered on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• In-class support: assist teachers with multi-sensory lessons for SLD/ASD students.
• 1-to-1 & small group work to support communication, sensory regulation, and functional learning.
• Apply psychological insights to inform behaviour support and structured learning environments.
• Track progress and milestones to help shape individual education plans.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Empathy

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (SLD & ASD Provision)Location: Chorley Area (Across both sites)Age Range: 4 - 19 years oldSalary/Pay Rate: £98.89 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Psychology Graduate to join a specialist school in Chorley catering to children and young people aged 4 to 19 years old with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is an exceptional opportunity for a psychology graduate looking to build practical, hands-on experience within special educational needs (SEN). You will be working dynamically across both of the school's sites in the Chorley area, supporting students with diverse needs to access a tailored curriculum, develop life skills, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• In-Class Support: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, multi-sensory lessons adapted to students with SLD and ASD.
• 1-to-1 & Small Group Work: Provide targeted support for communication, sensory regulation, and functional learning activities.
• Applying Psychological Insights: Utilise your psychology background to understand student behaviour, implement positive behaviour support strategies, and assist in creating structured, low-arousal, and supportive learning environments.
• Progress Tracking: Observe, record, and celebrate student progress and developmental milestones to help shape individual education plans.
• Mentoring & Wellbeing: Act as a positive, patient role model, championing student wellbeing, building trust, and supporting emotional needs across both school sites.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: A recent graduate holding a degree in Psychology (or a closely related discipline).
• Experience: Previous experience or a strong desire to work with children or young people with SLD, ASD, SEN, or complex needs.
• Skills: Excellent communication, high levels of resilience, deep empathy, and a proactive, patient approach.
• Travel: Ability to work across both sites in the Chorley area seamlessly.
• Compliance: Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced Child Workforce DBS check registered on the Update Service.

What Tradewind Can Offer You

• Competitive Pay: Daily rates ranging between £98.89 and £120 (paid weekly, dependent on experience).
• Career Development: Invaluable school-based experience ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists, or Teachers, alongside free access to accredited CPD training courses.
• Dedicated Support: A supportive and expert consultant working on your behalf to secure the best placements.
• Referral Scheme: Excellent recommend-a-friend bonuses.