Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant

Company: Tradewind Recruitment LTD.
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Location: Ashford
Job Description:

Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Ashford, Kent

Pay: £93.00 – £100.00 per day

Job Type: Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers and therapists to help pupils reach their full potential. Your responsibilities may include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support.
  • Supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Encouraging communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
  • Helping implement individual learning and behaviour support plans.
  • Building positive relationships with pupils to promote confidence and independence.

You’ll Be Supporting Pupils With

  • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
  • ADHD
  • Moderate, Severe and Profound Learning Difficulties (MLD, SLD & PMLD)
  • Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
  • Physical disabilities and complex medical needs
  • Sensory processing differences

We’re Looking For

  • A degree in Psychology (or a closely related subject).
  • A genuine interest in supporting children and young people with additional needs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience, empathy and resilience.
  • Previous experience working with children or vulnerable adults is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

  • Competitive daily pay of £93.00-£100.00.
  • Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
  • Access to free CPD and training through The National College.
  • Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Pension contributions.
  • The opportunity to secure a permanent position, with many of our temporary roles leading to long-term or permanent employment within our partner schools.

If you’re looking to build valuable experience in a rewarding educational setting while making a real difference to the lives of children and young people with SEN, we’d love to hear from you.

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Posted: September 27th, 2026