Educational Psychology Graduate

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Educational Psychology Graduate)

Location: Crosby, Liverpool
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until the end of the academic year (July 2025)
Contract Type: Long-term temporary
Hours: Full-time, term-time only (8:30 am 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday)
Salary: GBP95+ per day

About the Role

Are you an Educational Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? This rewarding opportunity in Crosby, Liverpool, allows you to work as an SEN Teaching Assistant, helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide one-to-one and small group support for children with a range of SEN, including Autism, ADHD, and SEMH.
Work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to implement strategies that enhance student development.
Use your educational psychology knowledge to create tailored interventions and support plans.
Promote emotional resilience and positive behaviour through structured activities and guidance.
Build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents to foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.

Requirements:
We are looking for an Educational Psychology graduate who:

Holds a degree in Educational Psychology or a related field.
Is passionate about working with children with SEN and supporting their development.
Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Is empathetic, proactive, and adaptable to the needs of students.
Has previous experience working with children (desirable but not essential).
Eligibility:

Right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS certificate on the online update service (or willingness to apply for one).
Two professional references covering at least the last two years.

How to Apply
If you're an Educational Psychology graduate ready to make a difference in childrens lives and gain valuable experience in a school setting, wed love to hear from you! Please send your up-to-date CV to (url removed). Well review your application and contact you to discuss the next steps.

About Prospero Teaching
Prospero Teaching is a leading education recruitment agency, acting as a work-finding service to match qualified professionals with rewarding roles in schools. Successful candidates will need to register with Prospero Teaching and complete our thorough safeguarding and vetting process.

We offer:

Accredited professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
A dedicated in-house training and development team to support your career growth.
Join us in empowering young learners with additional needs one breakthrough moment at a time!