Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to kick-start a meaningful career in education, social care, or youth support?

A rewarding opportunity has opened up for a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Milton Keynes, offering the perfect first step into a career where you can make a real difference every day.

Join a dedicated and nurturing specialist school in Milton Keynes as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, where you'll work closely with children who have a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other learning challenges. This role in Milton Keynes is ideal for someone passionate about understanding human behaviour, child development, and mental health, and applying psychological knowledge in a practical setting.

Why this Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant rol in Milton Keynes stands out

This isn't just classroom support; it's hands-on experience that builds a strong foundation for careers in:

Educational Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Counselling and Psychotherapy
Social Work and Youth SupportYou'll gain invaluable insight into how cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors influence behaviour, learning, and development.

Your role as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

Provide 1:1 support and lead small-group sessions to boost confidence, engagement, and learning.
Apply your understanding of psychology, behaviour, and emotional development to support pupils with diverse needs.
Help students develop positive relationships with learning, school life, and those around them.
Create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment that promotes emotional wellbeing.
Support teachers in delivering targeted interventions that encourage progress and development.What we're looking for

A degree in Psychology or a related field.
A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs.
An understanding of human behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and child development.
A proactive, adaptable, and positive attitude.
Patience, resilience, and creativity when responding to challenging situations.
Availability during school hours.

If you're ready to turn your psychological knowledge into real-world impact and build a career that truly matters, this Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Milton Keynes could be exactly what you're looking for.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed