Psychology Graduates

Job description

Psychology Graduates – SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Taunton
Salary: £93 – £110 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role
Connex Education is recruiting psychology students and graduates who are looking to gain hands‐on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within mainstream primary schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas from September 2026.

This opportunity is ideal for psychology graduates, aspiring educational psychologists, clinical psychologists, child psychologists, therapists, counsellors, teachers, or individuals looking to build experience in education, SEND, mental health, child development, or behaviour support.

This is a highly rewarding role for graduates who want to apply their understanding of child development, behaviour, learning, and wellbeing in a real school setting while making a meaningful difference in children's educational journeys.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school day

Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities

Support pupils with communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, behaviour, confidence, and learning needs

Use a reflective, nurturing approach to support individual learning needs and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets where applicable

Encourage independence and promote positive learning behaviours

Work collaboratively with class teachers and the SENCO

Assist with personal care where required, following appropriate training and school guidance

Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For

Psychology degree, psychology studies, or a strong interest in child development, SEND, mental health, behaviour, or education

Experience working with children or young people is desirable, including schools, childcare, tutoring, youth work, care, mentoring, coaching, or voluntary experience

A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs and understanding how pupils learn, communicate, and regulate

A reflective and professional approach, with an interest in gaining practical experience relevant to psychology, education, therapy, or child development career pathways

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to adapt to different classroom environments and individual pupil needs

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education

Right to work in the UK

Why Join Connex Education?

Competitive daily pay rates

Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies

Flexible work to suit your availability

Free access to our SEND Toolkit for professional development

Funded qualifications including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching & Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL

Career progression opportunities through our Care to Classroom conversion course

Wellbeing support and refresher training for working in modern educational settings

A supportive and welcoming team with a dedicated education consultant

Earn a £200 referral bonus for each TA or Teacher we sign up via you!

Apply Today
Whether you are a psychology graduate seeking school‐based experience before further study, or you are looking for flexible supply work or a longer‐term role supporting pupils with SEN in mainstream primary schools, we'd love to hear from you.

Protected Characteristics Statement

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‐employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Taunton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

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