Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant SEN School Croydon

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEN School – Croydon

📍 Location: Croydon
📅 Start Date: September 2025
📄 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Are you a Psychology graduate passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a specialist school setting? A highly supportive SEN school in Croydon is looking for a dedicated Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant to join their team in September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience before pursuing further studies or a career in educational psychology, teaching, or therapy.

Why Join This SEN School?

✔ Expert Training & Development – Gain experience with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs.
✔ Collaborative & Supportive Environment – Work alongside SEN teachers, therapists, and psychologists.
✔ Small Class Sizes – More one-on-one interaction and tailored support for students.
✔ Career Progression Opportunities – Ideal stepping stone for further studies in psychology, education, or therapy.
✔ Inclusive & Nurturing Atmosphere – A school that values every student’s unique abilities and progress.
✔ Excellent Location – Based in Croydon, with great transport links and a welcoming school community.

Your Role as a Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant:

🔹 Support students with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and speech & language needs.
🔹 Work 1:1 and in small groups to help students develop confidence and independence.
🔹 Assist teachers in delivering structured, engaging, and adaptive lessons.
🔹 Use psychology-based strategies to support students' emotional, social, and academic growth.
🔹 Monitor progress and contribute to individual learning plans.
🔹 Help create a positive and structured learning environment.

Who We’re Looking For:

✅ Psychology (or related) graduate with a strong interest in SEN and child development.
✅ A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
✅ Strong communication and teamwork skills.
✅ A patient, compassionate, and proactive approach to education.
✅ Some experience working with children or young people (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, volunteering) is desirable.
✅ An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

If you are a Psychology graduate looking for invaluable hands-on experience in a specialist SEN school, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your CV, and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.