Psychology Graduate – Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

CH-365

£108 Per Day

Full Time

Contract

Streatham, Greater London

Education

Posted 3 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Psychology Graduate – Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Streatham, South London
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £108.35 per day

Are you a Psychology graduate passionate about child development, autism and supporting children with additional needs?Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Streatham to recruit a dedicated Reception SEN Teaching Assistant to support young learners with Special Educational Needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for Psychology, Child Development, Education or Sociology graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in a primary school setting, particularly those aspiring to careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy or specialist education.

The Role
  • Provide 1:1 and small-group support to Reception pupils with additional needs.
    • Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), speech and language difficulties, communication needs and developmental delays.
    • Encourage early communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.
    • Support learning through play-based activities and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
    • Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage confidence and engagement.
    • Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.
    • Assist with personal care where required.
The Ideal Candidate
  • A Psychology, Education, Sociology or Child Development graduate.
    • A genuine interest in autism, neurodiversity and early childhood development.
    • Patient, nurturing, empathetic and proactive.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Previous experience supporting children or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
    • Keen to gain practical experience before pursuing further study or a career in psychology or education.
Why Apply?
  • Gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting children with SEN.
    • Develop practical skills relevant to Educational Psychology and child development.
    • Work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.
    • Make a genuine difference during a child's crucial early developmental years.
    • Competitive daily pay and ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
Apply today!

To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on: 

E: charlie.hayes@pertempseducation
M: 07758 135 941