Job description
Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (Manchester)
Employer: Aspire People
Location: Primary schools across Manchester
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long-term, with the potential to become permanent
About the Role
Aspire People is seeking enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to join our primary school network in Manchester as SEN Teaching Assistants. Whether you are about to graduate or have graduated in the last few years, we are looking for motivated individuals who want to gain professional experience working with children with additional needs, SEMH, or behavioural challenges.
You will be supporting children across a range of year groups, from EYFS to Year 6, helping them access their learning and thrive in the classroom. You may also have opportunities to cover PPA sessions, with support from the school to build your skills in this area.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a school setting, whether you are looking for placements, professional development, or long-term career progression in educational psychology or SEN support.
Who We're Looking For
UK-based Psychology Graduates, including:
Bachelors in Psychology
Educational Psychology
Bachelor's degrees related to Education
Passionate about supporting children with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs.
Experience (academic, voluntary, or professional) of working with children is desirable but not essential.
Ability to work across multiple year groups (EYFS-Y6). Flexible and eager to take on PPA cover duties as trained.
DBS on the Update Service. References from the last 2 years.
What We Offer
A chance to work across primary schools in Manchester
Long‐term roles with the potential to go permanent
Opportunities to develop your skills in SEN, behavioural support, and teaching
Supportive network through Aspire People
Valuable hands‐on experience in a school setting
Apply Now
Aspire People is building a bank of psychology graduates to support our Manchester primary schools from September 2026.
Apply now if you are ready to make a difference and gain invaluable experience.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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Extra information
- Status
- Closed
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Manchester
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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