SEN Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduate

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduates

Location: Leeds, LS9
Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Salary: From £92.60 per day
Start Date: September 2026

Start Your Career in Educational Psychology!

Are you a Psychology graduate with experience working with KS1-aged children and an interest in SEN, child development and Educational Psychology?

NextGen Teachers are recruiting for a fantastic mainstream primary school in Leeds, who are looking for a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated onsite SEN provision.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on school-based experience supporting KS1 pupils with additional needs, while working alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.

The Role

• Support KS1 pupils with SEN on a one-to-one and small-group basis.

• Help children with their learning, communication, behaviour and emotional development.

• Support personalised interventions and activities.

• Build positive relationships and encourage confidence and independence.

• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to support individual pupil needs.

• Gain valuable experience relevant to a future career in Educational Psychology.

About You

We're looking for a Psychology graduate who:

• Has experience working with KS1-aged children.

• Has an interest in SEN and child development.

• Is considering a future career in Educational Psychology or a similar child-focused profession.

• Is patient, empathetic and confident building relationships with children.

• Has excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.

• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

Previous experience working with KS1 children is essential, and SEN experience is highly desirable.

Why Apply?

• Fantastic experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists.

• Work within a dedicated onsite SEN provision.

• Gain valuable school-based experience.

• Work alongside experienced SEN professionals.

• Full-time, term-time role with ongoing support from NextGen Teachers.

Interested? Apply directly to this advert or send your CV to charlotte@nextgenteachers.co.uk.

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