Psychology Graduate – SEN Schools in Teesside 

Location: Teesside
Start Date: September 2026 (Multiple vacancies available)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
Pay: £107.70 per day

Psychology Graduate – Kickstart Your Career in SEN Education

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, CAMHS, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, or Social Work?

Milk Education is recruiting passionate Psychology Graduates to work in specialist SEN schools across Teesside. This full-time opportunity offers invaluable experience supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs while making a genuine difference to their education and future outcomes.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work alongside experienced teachers and specialist staff, supporting pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD & SLD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Sensory and physical needs

You will provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils access learning, develop confidence, build independence, and achieve their full potential in a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Why This Role is Ideal for Psychology Graduates

This role is perfect for graduates considering careers in:

• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Child Psychology
• CAMHS
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Counselling
• Social Work
• Teaching or SEN Teaching

You'll gain practical experience in:

• Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and additional learning needs
• Understanding child development and behaviour
• Developing emotional regulation and behaviour support strategies
• Applying psychological theory in educational settings
• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with children and young people
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists and pastoral teams
• Promoting confidence, resilience and independence

Your Responsibilities

As a Psychology Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Encourage participation and engagement in lessons
• Support positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Build trusting and professional relationships with pupils
• Promote communication, independence and social development
• Work collaboratively with school staff and external professionals
• Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

What We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• A degree in Psychology or a related subject
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy and resilience
• A positive, proactive attitude
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential, including mentoring, tutoring, youth work, coaching, care work or volunteering

Why Join Milk Education?

At Milk Education, we're passionate about supporting graduates as they begin rewarding careers in education, psychology and child development. You'll receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, opportunities to work across a range of specialist SEN schools throughout Teesside, and valuable experience to strengthen future postgraduate and professional applications.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact while building your career, we'd love to hear from you.