Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Full-time and part-time roles available Camden primary & SEND schools Are you a psychology graduate who would like to work with children with behavioural and mental health needs? We currently have a large number of schools across Camden that are looking for confident and proactive graduates with a good understanding of child mental health to work as teaching assistants. As a specialist teaching assistant you will be working with pupils on a 1 to 1 basis during the school day. Pupils will range in age from 5 - 11 years old and will have identified behaviour, SEMH, SEN including ASD needs that require support on a full-time basis. You will be working with pupils in the classroom, in specialist mentoring sessions and in during some break times. Some pupils will display more challenging behaviour and the school will be able to train you in suitable interventions and approaches. As part of the child's support team, you will work...

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Do you want meaningful, school-based experience before teacher training or an Educational Psychology route? Could you provide calm, consistent support that helps pupils with SEN access learning and thrive? Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant Immediate start until July 2027 £81 - £101 per day 'Outstanding' primary school, Wolverhampton Support and guidance to pupils with SEN requirements The Role: Work alongside the SENCO and class teachers to deliver targeted support for pupils with additional needs. You'll run short, purposeful interventions, provide 1:1 assistance, use visual supports and clear routines, and help pupils regulate and re-engage with learning. You'll keep concise notes on impact and share next steps with staff and parents. The Candidate: You hold a psychology (or related) degree, communicate clearly, and bring a patient, empathetic approach. You can follow support plans, maintain firm but fair...

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant An Inclusive secondary school situated in Harrow, West London are looking to secure a Psychology Graduate to start ASAP. The School The successful candidate will be welcomed into a vibrant and inclusive community with a stimulating teaching approach to learning. This secondary school has created a great community in which all individuals feel valued and students to grow into polite, considerate and responsible members of society. Psychology Graduate- Learning Support Assistant The school are looking for a Psychology Graduate to work as a Learning Support Assistant to support children with SEND needs. This role will act as a springboard and training ground for graduates who want to learn how to teach and build transformational relationships with pupils. The school are also able to offer a very clear pathway of progression into the teaching profession. You'll be responsible for: Tutoring and mentoring groups of pupils and...

Psychology Graduate - SEN Support Assistant Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with young people? Are you considering a future career in educational psychology, teaching, mental health, or therapy ? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Waltham Forest , supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) . This role offers invaluable experience working directly with students, developing your understanding of child development, behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning support within an education setting. The Role: Full-time role starting November 2026 Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN and additional learning needs Assisting teachers in delivering inclusive and differentiated lessons Supporting students with emotional regulation, engagement, and behaviour Implementing targeted interventions to support learning...

Graduate Inclusion Teaching Assistant Location: Slough Salary: 92.59 - 95 per day Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, Long-term Are you a recent graduate looking to build a rewarding career in education? Academics is working with welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Slough that are seeking enthusiastic Graduate Inclusion Teaching Assistants to join their teams. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting children with additional learning needs while developing the skills needed for a future career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or SEN support. As a Graduate Inclusion Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in creating an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals Adapt learning...

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Slough - ASAP Start Are you a recent graduate with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in an inclusive school environment before pursuing a career in education, psychology, or child development? An outstanding school in Slough is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and dynamic team in September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate looking to make a real difference in the lives of children while building valuable skills for future career pathways such as educational psychology, teaching, or speech and language therapy. Key Responsibilities as a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant: Support children with a variety of special educational needs in both 1:1 and group settings Help implement personalised learning plans designed by the class teacher and SENCo Encourage and promote inclusion and independence among pupils Adapt...

Mental Health Assistant - Oxford Full-Time 90- 110 per day ASAP or September 2026 Start Are you a Psychology graduate looking for meaningful experience working with children and young people? This Mental Health Assistant role in Oxford is the perfect opportunity for ambitious, down-to-earth individuals interested in Psychology, mental health, education, counselling, therapy, or SEN. As a Mental Health Assistant, you will support children with social, emotional and mental health needs, autism, ADHD, and behavioural challenges within a specialist educational setting. This full-time Mental Health Assistant position offers invaluable hands-on experience for anyone considering Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Teaching, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, or Social Work. You will work closely with experienced staff, learning therapeutic approaches, behaviour strategies, and emotional regulation techniques that will directly support your future career. The...

Learning Support Assistant Specialist SEND Provision Essential requirement: Must hold both an Adult DBS and a Child DBS, with both registered on the DBS Update Service. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08 40 Education: Educated to university level is desirable. Job Overview Join our exceptional High Needs team! Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Would you like to work in a specialist setting where inclusion, independence and personal development are at the heart of everything we do? We are seeking skilled, enthusiastic, caring and ambitious Learning Support Assistants to join our highly regarded specialist SEND provision within a vibrant, inclusive and successful sixth form college. Our college supports young people aged through its mainstream provision, alongside a specialist provision for learners aged with complex needs. Across the college, we are committed...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant Are you a recent Psychology or core subject graduate looking to kickstart your career in education? Maybe you have some school based experience and now wish to gain a long term role where you can support for a full academic year, starting ASAP? What the role involves: Support across KS1 - KS2 assisting the class teachers Working 1:1 with children with SEND to provide personalised learning support Assist with covering lessons where required Leading or assisting with small group interventions Supporting pupils within mainstream school Encouraging positive behaviour and developing social and emotional skills Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other school staff to create an inclusive learning environment We're looking for candidates who: Have a UK degree in Psychology or core subject degree Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people Passion for supporting children with additional needs Ideally have...

Social Science Graduate - Explore a Career in Education Location: Canterbury and East Kent (Canterbury, Ashford, Thanet, Dover, Folkestone & Hythe and surrounding areas) Pay: 93 - 100 per day (depending on role and experience) Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Long-Term, Short-Term & Permanent Opportunities Start Date: Immediate - Roles Available Once Cleared for Work Social Science Graduate Have you completed a Social Science degree and are considering a career working with children or young people? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a wide range of mainstream and specialist SEN schools across Canterbury and the East Kent area, offering rewarding opportunities for graduates looking to gain valuable experience before progressing into careers in teaching, educational psychology, social work, youth justice, counselling, mental health or other child-focused professions. We are recruiting Social Science graduates for a variety of education support...

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience in education, or someone passionate about supporting young people in their learning and development? We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream secondary school on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, youth work or a related field, as well as individuals with previous experience supporting children and young people. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students across the secondary age range, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment. Key responsibilities include: Supporting students in the classroom to access learning and reach their full potential. Working with teachers to deliver engaging and effective lessons. Providing additional support to students who may need...

Teaching Assistant - Mental Health - Maidenhead An excellent role has recently become available to support students who struggle with learning difficulties in the classroom! This highly regarded specialist school look after students between the ages of 4 and 16 who identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health needs. Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy and their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, ensuring that they are reaching all the necessary age-appropriate milestones! Your role as a Mental Health Assistant will also include providing general classroom support to the class teacher. These duties will include helping manage general classroom behaviour, help with lesson preparation, help keep the class tidy and listen to the students read and practice their phonics. The successful Mental Health Assistant will be calm and compassionate but also...

Teaching Assistant - Mental Health - Headington An excellent role has recently become available to support students who struggle with learning difficulties in the classroom! This highly regarded specialist school look after students between the ages of 4 and 16 who identified as struggling with social, emotional and mental health needs. Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy and their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, ensuring that they are reaching all the necessary age-appropriate milestones! Your role as a Mental Health Assistant will also include providing general classroom support to the class teacher. These duties will include helping manage general classroom behaviour, help with lesson preparation, help keep the class tidy and listen to the students read and practice their phonics. The successful Mental Health Assistant will be calm and compassionate but also...

A welcoming mainstream primary school in Balham, SW12 is looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate who is considering a future career in teaching, educational psychology, SEN or working with children and would like to gain valuable hands-on experience within a primary school. The Graduate Teaching Assistant will work across KS1 and KS2, providing a mixture of general classroom support and targeted assistance for pupils with special educational needs. The Graduate Teaching Assistant Role Support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with their learning. Work alongside class teachers to support lessons and classroom activities. Provide 1:1 and small-group interventions where required. Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs. Assist with literacy, numeracy and other areas of the primary curriculum. Help pupils develop their confidence,...

Autism Support Worker - Gloucestershire Would you like to use your skills to help autistic children develop confidence, communication and independence? Join a welcoming specialist school in Gloucestershire who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Autism Support Worker to join their team full time. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Autism, communication difficulties, sensory needs, learning needs and behavioural challenges. As an Autism Support Worker, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support. Develop communication, social and independence skills between pupils. Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour. Encourage confidence and life skills. Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils. Work closely with teachers and specialist support staff. Being an Autism Support Worker is a valuable opportunity to gain experience working within Autism and specialist education, while developing your understanding of neurodiversity,...

A high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in Kirkham (PR4) is seeking an empathetic, proactive, and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 3 / Key Stage 4 student with additional learning needs. This role focuses on providing personalised academic support, building emotional resilience, and helping the student access the mainstream curriculum with confidence. You will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo, and pastoral leads to create a positive, structured learning environment. This position is ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, a Psychology/Education graduate seeking secondary school experience, or a dedicated youth worker looking for consistent school hours. Key Responsibilities Targeted 1:1 Support: Work individually with an assigned secondary pupil across core and foundation subjects, breaking down tasks and adapting materials to match their learning pace. Emotional & Behavioural Regulation: Promote positive...

Psychology Graduate - Gloucester Are you a recent Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience with children and young people? Are you considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling or Therapy? A specialist school in Gloucester is looking for a Psychology Graduate to join its support team as a Learning Support Assistant. This full-time opportunity provides valuable experience working with pupils with additional learning, communication, emotional and behavioural needs. As a Psychology Graduate, you will: Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis. Help identify barriers to learning and emotional wellbeing. Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation. Support communication, social skills and independence. Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff and specialist professionals. This Psychology Graduate role is an excellent opportunity to put your degree knowledge into practice. You will develop your...

Autism Support Worker - Swindon Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can help pupils develop their confidence, communication and independence? A specialist school in Swindon is looking for an Autism Support Worker to join its friendly team on a full-time basis. The school supports pupils with Autism alongside communication, learning, sensory and behavioural needs. As an Autism Support Worker, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support. Help pupils develop communication and social skills. Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour. Encourage independence and life skills. Work alongside teachers and specialist support staff. This Autism Support Worker role offers the opportunity to develop your understanding of neurodiversity and specialist education. You may support pupils with sensory needs, communication difficulties and behaviour challenges while helping create a calm,...

Psychology Graduate - Swindon Are you a recent Psychology Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience with children and young people? Are you considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling or Therapy? A specialist school in Swindon is looking for a Psychology Graduate to join its support team as a Learning Support Assistant. This full-time opportunity provides valuable experience working with pupils with additional learning, communication, emotional and behavioural needs. As a Psychology Graduate, you will: Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis. Help identify barriers to learning and emotional wellbeing. Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation. Support communication, social skills and independence. Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff and specialist professionals. This Psychology Graduate role is an excellent opportunity to put your degree knowledge into practice. You will develop your understanding of...

Graduate Teaching Assistant Science and Maths Specialism An Inclusive secondary school situated in Hendon, North London are looking to secure a Graduate Teaching Assistant to start as asap. The School The successful candidate will be welcomed into a vibrant and inclusive community with a stimulating teaching approach to learning. This secondary school has created a great community in which all individuals feel valued and students to grow into polite, considerate and responsible members of society. Graduate Teaching Assistant The school are looking for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to work as a Learning Support Assistant to support children with SEND needs. This role will act as a springboard and training ground for graduates who want to learn how to teach and build transformational relationships with pupils. The school are also able to offer a very clear pathway of progression into the teaching profession. You'll be responsible for: Tutoring and mentoring groups...