SEN Teaching Assistant - HB-4

Starfyn Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Starfyn Education in Streatham is seeking psychology graduates to join schools as SEN Teaching Assistants. You will support pupils with a range of needs and help them access the curriculum in a supportive environment.

This role offers hands-on experience, with potential pathways into Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or related child-focused careers. Working days are Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4pm, with the option of progression from temporary to permanent.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a psychology degree to work in SEN settings.
• Interest in educational psychology or child-focused professions.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Help pupils engage with lessons and access the curriculum.
• Support academic, social and emotional development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils develop coping and emotional-regulation strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and interventions.
• Collaborate with SENCOs and other professionals to support learners.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Streatham

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Starfyn Education is looking for passionate, patient and motivated Psychology Graduates to join schools across Streatham as SEN Teaching Assistants.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates who are considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, SEN Teaching, Speech and Language Therapy or another child-focused profession.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and develop both academically and personally.

Working alongside teachers and wider school teams, you may support children and young people with a range of needs, including:

• Autism (ASD)
• ADHD
• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
• Learning difficulties
• Communication and interaction needs
• Behavioural needs

Your day-to-day responsibilities could include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and access the curriculum
• Supporting academic, social and emotional development
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour
• Helping pupils develop appropriate coping and emotional-regulation strategies
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals
• Creating a safe, inclusive and encouraging learning environment

Why Starfyn?

At Starfyn Education, we specialise in SEN recruitment, meaning we understand the importance of matching the right people with the right school and pupil.

We work closely with our candidates to understand their experience, interests and career goals, helping them find opportunities where they can make a genuine difference.

For Psychology graduates, an SEN Teaching Assistant role can provide valuable insight into how children develop, learn and respond to different environments and approaches.

The Role

Teaching Assistant

Days Required: Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4pm

Pay: Between 90- 95 per day

Location: Streatham

Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent