Psychology Graduate - SEN Support Assistant

Job Title: Psychology Graduate – SEN Support Assistant KS3
Location: WF7
Salary: £101.40 per day - Paid weekly
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate or September

Are you a recent Psychology graduate eager to make a difference in young people's lives? Are you interested in gaining meaningful, school-based experience before progressing into a career in educational psychology, therapy, or teaching?

We’re currently recruiting full-time SEN Support Assistants to work within a specialist SEN school in the WF7 area, supporting pupils in Key Stage 2 and 3 (ages 7–14). This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to explore the world of special educational needs and behaviour support in a real-world setting.

Please note: This role is best suited to candidates living in or near Pontefract for easy access, especially if travelling via public transport. If you're further afield, a full UK driving licence is essential.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs

• Help implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies tailored to individual pupils

• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to ensure inclusive and accessible learning

• Foster a nurturing and positive classroom environment

• Apply your academic knowledge to help children overcome social and learning barriers

• A degree in Psychology (or related field such as Sociology, Criminology, or Education)

• Passionate about supporting children with additional and complex needs

• Patient, understanding, and emotionally resilient

• Previous experience in youth work, care, or school settings is a plus but not essential

• Available to work Monday to Friday during term-time

• £101.40 per day, paid weekly through PAYE (no umbrella deductions)

• Full-time, long-term role in a welcoming SEN environment

• Ongoing CPD opportunities and accredited training

• Valuable classroom experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Therapists, or Teachers

• Work with a highly rated education agency with strong partnerships across West Yorkshire

• Educational Psychology

• CAMHS / Child & Adolescent Mental Health

• SEN or Primary/Secondary Teaching

• Youth Work or Mentoring

• Speech and Language Therapy

If you're ready to kickstart your career in education and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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