Are you a Psychology graduate passionate about making a positive impact on young people’s lives? Teaching Personnel is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join SEN and SEMH provisions supporting children and young adults with a variety of special educational needs.
This role is perfect for someone with a background in psychology who wants hands-on experience working directly with students facing social, emotional, and behavioural challenges, as well as other learning needs. You’ll work alongside experienced staff to support students’ development, wellbeing, and academic progress.
About the Role:
Support students with SEN and SEMH needs through one-to-one and group activities
Help implement individual learning and behaviour support plans
Assist in promoting positive mental health, emotional regulation, and social skills
Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external professionals to provide holistic support
Observe and report on student progress, behaviour, and wellbeing
Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
What We’re Looking For:
Degree in Psychology or related field
Experience or interest in SEN/SEMH settings (formal or informal)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Empathy, patience, and a calm, resilient approach
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality principles
Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of diverse learners
Why Join Us?
Gain valuable practical experience working in specialist education settings
Opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in SEN/SEMH support
Work within a supportive and dedicated team
Flexible working arrangements aligned with school timetables
Make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable young people
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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