Psychology Graduate – SEN Teaching Assistant
Role: Teaching Assistant (SEN Department)
Salary: £500–£600 per week
Contract: Fixed-Term or Long-Term
Location: Barnet

Are you a Psychology graduate with a genuine interest in supporting young people with additional learning needs? Are you considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, or SEN teaching?

KPI Education is recruiting exceptional Psychology graduates to join a high-performing secondary school in Barnet as SEN Teaching Assistants. This is an outstanding opportunity to gain practical, school-based experience that is directly relevant to specialist roles within the SEN, mental health, and education sectors.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the school’s SEN team to support students with a range of additional needs—including ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties, and social, emotional, or mental health needs. Your role will involve:

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support.
• Assisting with lesson planning and differentiated resources.
• Supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Delivering targeted interventions to boost confidence, independence, and engagement.
• Helping to create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
• Participating in enrichment and mentoring activities.

This position provides invaluable insight into SEN practice, assessment, intervention strategies, and student support frameworks used by schools.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for graduates who:

• Hold a degree in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Have a strong interest in SEN, child development, or educational support.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, empathy, and organisational skills.
• Are proactive, patient, resilient, and committed to improving outcomes for young people.
• Are seeking meaningful experience prior to professional training.

Why This Role Is Perfect for Psychology Graduates

• Gain hands-on experience directly relevant to Educational Psychology, SALT, CAMHS, or SEN teaching.
• Work within a supportive school renowned for its strong SEN provision.
• Receive training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.
• Develop practical skills in assessment, behaviour support, and intervention planning.
• Earn £500–£600 per week while building essential career experience.

If you are a driven, compassionate Psychology graduate ready to make a real difference in a school setting, we want to hear from you.

Send your CV to Mitchell at KPI Education today and take the first step toward a rewarding career supporting students with SEN.

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