Psychology Graduates SEN TA - Oldham

Aspire People; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking psychology graduates for roles as teaching assistants, behaviour mentors, and learning support assistants in Oldham and Greater Manchester. This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting students with special educational needs, while helping you build your CV for future roles in psychology, education, and mental health.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Supportive team

Opportunity to work with students 1:1

Exposure to various learning needs

Stepping-stone to careers in psychology and education

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be psychology graduates.
• Good educational background with knowledge of core subjects.
• DBS registered or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Work in secondary schools as teaching assistants, behaviour mentors, and learning support assistants.
• Support students with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Work with students 1:1 or in small groups.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Passion for helping young people

Education

UK Degree in Psychology

Job description

Psychology Graduates - Gain Valuable Experience in Secondary Schools!
Location: Oldham & Various Secondary Schools across Greater Manchester
Start: September 2025

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)

Apply today and kickstart your journey with Aspire People!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.