Psychology Graduate

Job Opportunity: Psychology Graduates – Support Roles in SEN Education

Are you a Psychology graduate eager to make a difference in young people’s lives? Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to support students with special educational needs (SEN) in schools and alternative provisions across Liverpool and nearby areas.

This rewarding role is ideal for graduates seeking hands-on experience in education, mental health, or youth support settings. Many of the students you'll work with have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and benefit from patient, understanding staff who can provide personalised support and build meaningful connections.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide tailored classroom and one-to-one support to students with a range of SEN needs.

• Build strong, supportive relationships to help students feel safe, valued, and understood.

• Use your knowledge of Psychology to positively influence student engagement and development.

• Support behaviour management strategies and promote emotional regulation.

• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to maintain an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Psychology graduates (or related disciplines) with a genuine interest in SEN and child development.

• Empathetic, patient, and resilient individuals with strong communication skills.

• Those with a proactive attitude and the ability to respond calmly to challenging situations.

• A desire to make a meaningful impact in education and gain valuable classroom experience.

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience in SEN settings – ideal for aspiring educational psychologists, therapists, or teachers.

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

• Work that makes a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in education and mental health. Apply now to join a team committed to transforming student outcomes through understanding, compassion, and connection.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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