Psychology Graduate – SEN School Support Assistant

Stoke | £103.13 per day | September Start | Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

Are you a Psychology, Criminology, Education or related graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with children and young people?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting SEN School Support Assistants to work within a specialist SEN and SEMH setting in Stoke, supporting pupils with additional needs including Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, emotional regulation needs and challenging behaviour.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to build experience before pursuing careers in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Child Psychology
• Counselling
• Youth Work
• Mental Health Support
• Social Care

No previous school experience is required — we are looking for people with the right attitude, resilience and desire to make a positive impact.

About the Role

As an SEN School Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils
• Help students manage emotions and develop confidence
• Support engagement with learning and classroom activities
• Build positive relationships with young people
• Work alongside experienced teachers and support staff
• Gain valuable experience within a specialist education environment

Every day will be different, offering insight into behaviour, learning needs and the support required to help young people thrive.

Who We're Looking For

This role would suit graduates or individuals with experience from backgrounds such as:

• Psychology
• Criminology
• Education Studies
• Sports Coaching
• Youth Work
• Care Work
• Mental Health Support
• Residential Support

You will need:

• A positive and patient approach
• Strong communication skills
• Confidence supporting young people
• Resilience when working with challenging behaviour
• A genuine interest in helping children reach their potential

Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential.

Why Apply?

• £103.13 per day
• Monday to Friday school hours
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Excellent experience for future teachers, psychologists and support professionals
• Training and ongoing support from Teaching Personnel
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people's lives

Many successful candidates use this experience as a stepping stone into teacher training, educational psychology, therapy, youth work and specialist support careers.

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Professional references covering the last two years

Apply today to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN school and take the next step towards your future career.

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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.
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