Psychology Graduates - SEN TA - Bolton

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic psychology graduates to gain valuable experience in secondary schools across Greater Manchester. This flexible role allows you to work with students who have special educational needs, providing essential support while building your CV. You'll have the opportunity to engage with young people, helping them overcome learning challenges and develop their skills. This position serves as a stepping-stone toward a career in psychology, education, or social work, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Supportive Team

1:1 Student Interaction

Exposure to Diverse Learning Needs

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be psychology graduates with a UK Degree.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for helping young people.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEND and SEMH needs as teaching assistants.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to help students with learning challenges.

Skills

Communication Skills

Resilience

Knowledge of Core Subjects

Education

Psychology Degree

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08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Psychology Graduates - Gain Valuable Experience in Secondary Schools!

Location: Bolton & Various Secondary Schools across Greater Manchester

Start: Immediate and Ongoing until End of Academic Year | Opportunities for September

Are you a psychology graduate about to finish your degree?

Looking to build your CV and gain hands-on experience working with young people?

Are you passionate about supporting students with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs?

Aspire People are seeking enthusiastic and motivated psychology graduates to work in secondary schools as teaching assistants, behaviour mentors, and learning support assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain relevant experience before pursuing a career in psychology, education, mental health, or social work.

What we offer:

• Flexible work - choose daily cover, short-term, or long-term roles
• Supportive team to help you find a school that matches your goals
• Opportunity to work with students 1:1 or in small groups
• Exposure to a range of learning needs and behavioural challenges
• A stepping-stone to educational psychology, teaching, counselling, and more

What we're looking for:

• Recent or soon-to-be psychology graduates with UK Degree
• A good UK educational background, ideally with knowledge of core subjects (Maths, English, Science)
• A genuine passion for helping young people
• Strong communication and resilience
• A DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain a new one)
• References covering the last two years (academic and/or employment)

Whether you're looking to start right away or planning ahead for a September role, we'd love to hear from you!