Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant

Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant

Full-Time 25000 - 32000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Kpi Education

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support students with additional learning needs and create a positive learning environment.
  • Company: Inclusive school in Birmingham dedicated to student wellbeing.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, invaluable classroom experience, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Ideal for those considering careers in Educational Psychology, Teaching, or SEN support.
  • Why this job: Kickstart your career in education and make a real difference in students' lives.
  • Qualifications: Recent Psychology graduate with strong communication skills and a passion for child development.

The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to make a meaningful impact in education? Do you want to gain hands-on experience supporting children and young people with additional learning needs? Could this be the perfect opportunity to begin a rewarding career in education, mental health, or educational psychology?

A supportive and inclusive school in Birmingham is seeking a motivated and compassionate Psychology graduate to join its team as a Learning Support Assistant from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a final year psychology graduate who is passionate about child development, mental health, and supporting students with additional needs. The role would particularly suit someone considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Teaching, SEN support, or Speech and Language Therapy.

What’s the role?

  • Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
  • Assist students with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, or additional learning needs
  • Help create a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment
  • Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support pupil progress and wellbeing
  • Encourage students’ confidence, independence, and social development
  • Build strong and positive relationships with pupils and staff

What are we looking for?

  • Recent Psychology graduate with a strong academic background—1st or 2.1 degrees required
  • Matching A Level and GCSEs
  • Patient, empathetic, and resilient with excellent communication skills
  • Some experience in a school, tutoring, or care setting (preferred but not essential)

Why apply?

  • Be part of a supportive and inclusive school community
  • Competitive salary
  • Gain invaluable classroom experience and insight into SEND education and support, behaviour management and inclusive education
  • Opportunities for continued professional development and training

Make an impact in education and embark on your career in child psychology today by sending a CV and cover letter to Abbie at KPI Education.

Kpi Education

Contact Details:

Kpi Education Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant

Empathy
Communication Skills
Patience
Resilience
Understanding of SEND
Knowledge of SEMH
Ability to support students with autism