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.

Reach out to the team to find out more on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for further information.

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.