Sen Teaching Assistant

Description:

Psychology Graduate – SEND Support Assistant

Locations: Bristol, Bath & Weston-super-Mare
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive daily rate

Launch Your Career in Education & Psychology

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable hands-on experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

We are recruiting enthusiastic and compassionate Psychology Graduates to work within specialist and mainstream SEND schools across Bristol, Bath, and Weston-super-Mare from September 2026.

This role is ideal for graduates considering future careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, or Teaching.

About the Role

As a SEND Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may have:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
ADHD
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Speech and Language difficulties
Learning disabilities and additional needs
You will provide classroom support, deliver interventions, and help students develop confidence, independence, and positive learning behaviours.

Key Responsibilities

Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons
Support emotional regulation and social development
Help implement individual learning and behaviour plans
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families

What We're Looking For

A degree in Psychology or a related subject
A genuine interest in child development, mental health, and SEND
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience, resilience, and a positive attitude
Previous experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential

Why Apply?

Excellent experience for aspiring Educational or Clinical Psychologists
Gain practical SEND and behaviour support experience
Work alongside experienced SEN professionals and therapists
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to secure permanent school-based positions
Make a meaningful impact on young people's lives

Safeguarding

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Apply Today

If you're a Psychology graduate looking for a rewarding role that will develop your skills and provide invaluable experience for future postgraduate study or professional training, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now for a September 2026 start.

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.

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