Learning Support Assistant – Psychology Graduate
Birmingham | Full Time | £20,000-£25,000
September start
Ideal opportunity for a final year student!
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?
As a Graduate Psychology Learning Support Assistant, you will:
- 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
Learning Support Assistant – Psychology Graduate – September Start
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