Psychology Graduates

Tradewind Recruitment; South Ribble; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company seeks a motivated Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Preston. This role supports children with special educational needs, providing an essential opportunity for psychology graduates aiming for careers in educational or clinical psychology. Candidates will collaborate with specialists and enjoy a nurturing work environment focused on child development.

Benefits

Supportive, inclusive team

Opportunities to observe specialist staff

Ongoing CPD and development

Career progression opportunities within SEND

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates or related fields with a strong interest in child development or SEN.
• Experience working with children/young people is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs including ASD, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Collaborate with SENCOs and therapists to deliver tailored support.
• Assist with emotional regulation and classroom transitions.

Skills

Child Development

Empathy

Calmness

Education

Psychology Graduate

Related Fields

Job description

Psychology Graduates
Location: Preston
Contract: Full-time Term-time only
Salary: 90 - 105 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a psychology graduate looking to build hands-on experience in a school setting?
We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our team and support children with a range of special educational needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you're considering a future in educational psychology, clinical psychology, or teaching.

The Role:

• Support pupils with additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties

• Work 1:1 and in small groups to help children access learning and develop social/emotional skills

• Collaborate with SENCOs, therapists, and teachers to deliver tailored support based on EHCPs

• Contribute to a positive, nurturing environment that supports each child's well-being

• Assist with emotional regulation, classroom transitions, and therapeutic interventions

We're Looking For:

• Psychology graduates (or related fields) with a strong interest in child development or SEN

• A calm, patient and empathetic approach

• Experience working with children/young people in any capacity is desirable

• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs

• Willingness to learn and undertake training (e.g. safeguarding, behaviour management)

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

• A highly supportive, inclusive team

• Opportunities to observe and work alongside specialist staff (e.g. EPs, OTs, SALTs)

• On-the-job experience ideal for applications to Ed Psych or postgraduate pathways

• Ongoing CPD and development

• Career progression opportunities within SEND and education

Please apply now or email (url removed) / (phone number removed)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.