Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (SLD & ASD Provision)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

CPD training access

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students aged 4–19 with SLD and ASD across two Chorley area sites. You will assist teachers with multi-sensory lessons, support individuals and small groups, and apply psychological insights to create structured, low-arousal learning environments.

This role offers meaningful SEN experience within a specialist school. You will play a key role in tracking progress, supporting wellbeing, and acting as a patient,

Qualifications

• Education: A Psychology degree (or closely related discipline).
• Experience: Previous experience or a strong desire to work with children/young people with SLD, ASD, SEN or complex needs.
• Skills: Excellent communication, high resilience, deep empathy and a proactive, patient approach.

Responsibilities

• In-Class Support: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, multi-sensory lessons for students with SLD/ASD.
• 1-to-1 & Small Group Work: Provide targeted support for communication, sensory regulation and functional learning.
• Applying Psychological Insights: Use psychology background to understand behaviour and support with positive behaviour strategies.
• Progress Tracking: Observe and record student progress to shape individual education plans.
• Mentoring & Wellbeing: Be a positive role model, support wellbeing and emotional needs across sites.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Empathy

Patience

Proactivity

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (SLD & ASD Provision)

Location: Chorley Area (Across both sites)

Age Range: 4 - 19 years old

Salary/Pay Rate: 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.