Job Description

Psychology Graduate - Primary Teaching Assistant (SEND Focus)**

Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Aspire People

Are you a **Psychology graduate** looking to take your first step into education? Aspire People are working with primary schools seeking graduates who can apply their academic knowledge in a practical, rewarding school setting.

Your degree has provided you with a strong understanding of **child development, behaviour, cognition, and emotional wellbeing**-all of which are highly transferable when supporting pupils with additional needs.

This role is ideal for graduates considering careers in **Educational Psychology, SENCO roles, teaching, or pastoral support**.

**The Role:**

* Supporting pupils with SEND within the classroom environment

* Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies

* Applying psychological theories to support learning and engagement

* Supporting small group interventions and classroom activities

* Helping pupils build confidence, resilience, and social skills

* Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams

**Why Psychology Graduates Are Ideal:**

* Strong understanding of behaviour, attachment, and development

* Knowledge of cognitive processes and learning styles

* Ability to support emotional wellbeing and mental health

* Analytical and reflective approach to pupil progress

**The Ideal Candidate:**

* A degree in Psychology or a related field

* Passion for working with children and supporting SEND

* Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach

* Strong communication and teamwork skills

* Looking to build experience within education

**Why Work with Aspire People:**

* Long-term opportunities in supportive school environments

* Ideal stepping stone into teaching, SEN, or psychology careers

* Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

* Dedicated consultant support

This is a fantastic opportunity to **bridge the gap between theory and practice** while gaining valuable school-based 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