Psychology Graduate - SEN TA Roles

Job Description

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Psychology graduates we want you!

Are you a psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful experience supporting children with additional needs? We are currently recruiting dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to work across schools in the Preston area, offering both flexible ad-hoc cover and long-term full-time roles.

Through Teaching Personnel, you will have access to a range of supportive school environments, working with pupils who have special educational needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.

Why this role is ideal for psychology graduates:

• Valuable hands-on experience working with children with additional needs
• Strong foundation for careers in educational psychology, clinical psychology, counselling, or teaching
• Opportunity to apply psychological theory in real classroom settings
• Experience supporting behaviour strategies and SEN interventions
• Development of school-based experience and references

Roles available:

• Flexible ad-hoc daily supply work
• Long-term and full-time placements
• Immediate starts available

What we are looking for:

• Psychology graduates or related degrees preferred but not essential
• A genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, resilience, and a proactive approach
• Previous experience in SEN or working with children is desirable but not required

What Teaching Personnel offers:

• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a variety of school-based roles
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Clear pathways into long-term SEN positions

If you are looking to begin a career in education and make a positive impact, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience in a supportive environment.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to start your journey in supporting children who need it most.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.