Psychology Graduate - SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Psychology Graduate - SEN Teaching Assistant
Royston / Meldreth, Hertfordshire | £22,996-£25,068 per annum | Term Time Only

Job type: Temporary to Permanent
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Contract: Term Time Only
Salary: £22,996-£25,068 per annum

Start Your Career in Psychology, Education or Therapy
Have you recently graduated in Psychology and want to gain practical experience working with children and young people before pursuing your chosen career?

Are you interested in understanding behaviour, communication, emotional development and the ways people learn?

Aspire People are recruiting a motivated and compassionate Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in the Royston and Meldreth area of Hertfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to put your degree into practice, gain valuable hands-on experience and develop the skills needed for a future career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, Teaching or Social Care.

You will support children and young people aged 6-19 with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, communication needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and support staff, you will gain insight into how specialist education supports each young person's learning, wellbeing, communication and independence.

No previous SEN experience is required for the right candidate. We are looking for graduates with the right attitude, a genuine interest in supporting young people and a willingness to learn.

What Will You Be Doing?
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in helping pupils access education, develop new skills and build confidence.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and personal development.
Delivering individual and small-group learning activities and targeted interventions.
Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and social skills.
Supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and wellbeing.
Adapting your approach to meet individual learning and communication needs.
Assisting teachers with classroom activities and wider school routines.
Providing personal...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Royston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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