Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant

Psychology Graduates Wanted – Teaching Assistant Roles in SEN/SEMH Schools

Locations: Leatherhead, Redhill, Horley
Position Type: Full-Time
Start Dates: Immediate and September starts available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people with additional needs?

We are currently recruiting full-time Teaching Assistants to work within SEN and SEMH schools across Leatherhead, Redhill and Horley. These roles are ideal for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Mental Health, Social Work, or Teaching.

The positions involve supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, autism, ADHD, and behavioural challenges in both classroom and therapeutic settings.

The Role:

✅ Providing classroom and 1:1 support to students with SEN/SEMH needs
✅ Supporting pupils with behaviour regulation and emotional wellbeing
✅ Building positive relationships and acting as a consistent role model
✅ Assisting teachers with learning activities and behaviour management strategies
✅ Helping create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

We Are Looking For:

Psychology graduates or related degree holders
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Resilient, patient, and empathetic individuals
Some relevant experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals preferred
⚽ Experience in care, support work, youth work, coaching, mentoring, or education is highly beneficial
❤️ A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

What’s On Offer:

Valuable experience within SEN and SEMH education settings
Full-time, long-term opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Supportive school environments and experienced teams
Excellent experience for aspiring psychologists, therapists, and teachers

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference while gaining invaluable professional experience, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to find out more about available opportunities across Surrey.

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.
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