Psychology graduate

Psychology Graduate – Primary SEND School

Location: Manchester

Working Hours: 08:30 am - 3:30 pm

Salary: £95-£105 per day

Are you a Psychology Graduate eager to apply your knowledge of child development and build a rewarding career in primary education? Whether you aspire to become an Educational Psychologist, Child Therapist, or Primary Teacher, working as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) primary setting is the perfect foundation to develop your skills and gain invaluable, hands-on experience.

We are currently recruiting a passionate and proactive Psychology Graduate to join a vibrant, welcoming Special Needs Primary School in Manchester. This long-term opportunity begins in Sept 2026 and offers the chance to make a genuine impact on the early development and lives of children aged 4–11 with a range of learning difficulties.

Your Role as a Primary Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

As an LSA, you will provide critical support to young pupils and teaching staff during these vital early years of education.

In terms of Tailored Early Support, you will assist in the delivery of personalised primary teaching, working with young pupils individually or in small groups to build foundational literacy, numeracy, and life skills.

Your role will also involve Play and Sensory Work, where you will lead and support pupils in sensory-integrated activities and play-based learning that promote engagement and physical development.

For Creative Resource Preparation, you will help to prepare colourful, engaging, and accessible resources and materials that bring the primary curriculum to life for SEND learners.

Feedback and Communication will be an important daily responsibility, as you provide insightful feedback to class teachers and parents about a child’s progress, milestones, and engagement.

Finally, you will deliver Specialist Primary Support by working closely with young children who have Autism, Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and speech and language needs, fostering their academic, social, and emotional growth.

What Makes a Great Psychology Graduate LSA?

Successful LSAs bring a combination of enthusiasm, compassion, and adaptability to the primary classroom.

Empathy and Nurture are essential, meaning you should bring a caring approach with the ability to connect with young children and support their unique emotional and developmental needs.

Flexibility is key, as you must be willing to adapt your style to suit different primary learning levels and varying emotional or behavioural needs.

Strong Communication Skills are required to build trust and rapport with young pupils, school staff, and families alike.

You will also need Resilience, demonstrating the ability to remain calm, patient, and positive, keeping the classroom a safe and happy environment even during challenging moments.

Most importantly, you must have a Commitment to Early Development, showing a genuine passion for working with primary-aged children with SEND and a desire to make a difference during their formative years.

About Us

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core. When you join us, you will get

* paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant) and receive free CPD sessions tailored to school environments.

* You will be matched with your own dedicated consultant and

* receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends.

* We also provide wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners.

How to Apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role. All applicants must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

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