Psychology Graduate Learning Support Assistant | September Start

Apply your degree. Support students who need it most. Discover your future in education or psychology.

Are you a Psychology graduate with a passion for understanding behaviour, development, and inclusive education? Do you want to gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with children with additional needs before progressing into a career in mental health, therapy or teaching?

This Psychology Graduate Learning Support Assistant role offers the perfect opportunity to build essential experience in a specialist school setting, supporting students aged 9–16 with autism, ADHD, speech and language challenges, learning delay and trauma.

We’re working in partnership with  a nurturing, therapeutic school to find a passionate Psychology graduate ready to make a real impact from September 2025.
 

What you can expect as a Psychology Graduate Learning Support Assistant:

• Full-time, long-term contract starting September 2025
  
  
• £450 - £525 pw PAYE
  
  
• One-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN and SEMH
  
  
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and on-site specialists in a purpose-built, supportive environment
  
  
• A strong foundation for careers in Educational Psychology, Teaching, CAMHS, or Speech and Language Therapy

 

Your role will include:

• Supporting children’s academic and emotional development throughout the school day
  
  
• Assisting with communication and behaviour strategies tailored to individual needs
  
  
• Creating a calm, nurturing presence for students with additional learning or emotional needs
  
  
• Collaborating with teachers and therapists to deliver consistent, structured support
  
  
• Tracking and adapting approaches to support each pupil’s progress

 

Who we’re looking for:

• A Psychology graduate (2:1 or above) from a UK university
  
  
• Someone with a calm, empathetic, and proactive mindset
  
  
• A team player who works well in a structured and collaborative environment
  
  
• Someone with a clear interest in SEN, child development or trauma-informed practice
  
  
• Any prior experience with young people, especially in SEN, care, or youth work, is a bonus

 

If you're a Psychology graduate ready to start making a difference while gaining invaluable school-based experience, this Learning Support Assistant role is the ideal first step.

Apply now to begin your journey in education, psychology, and beyond.


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