Psychology Graduate- September Start

Psychology Graduate- September Start

Location: Leeds LS23
Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per hour (above apprenticeship rate)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
 

Earn While You Learn in SEND Education

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) education while earning a recognised qualification?

Whether you’re aspiring to become an Educational Psychologist, Therapist, Counsellor, Teacher, or SEND Specialist, this Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity offers the perfect foundation to launch your career.

We are recruiting for a passionate and proactive Psychology Graduate to join a supportive SEND School in Boston Spa, working with students across with a range of additional needs while completing a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

This role combines practical school-based experience with structured training, mentoring, and clear long-term career progression within SEND education.

Why This Role Stands Out

• £10.00 – £13.00 per hour (above standard apprenticeship wage)
• Fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (CACHE)
• Valuable experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Therapists, and Teachers
• Clear progression opportunities into HLTA and specialist SEND roles
• Full mentoring and structured support from Engage Education
• Hands-on experience within a specialist SEND and SEMH environment
• No previous school experience required
• Gain experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and complex learning needs

Your Role as a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting pupils with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties
• Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour, and classroom engagement
• Delivering literacy, numeracy, and subject-based interventions
• Assisting with sensory and personalised learning activities
• Implementing strategies from EHCPs and behaviour support plans
• Helping prepare classroom resources and learning materials
• Providing feedback to teachers on student progress and engagement
• Promoting inclusion within mainstream and specialist classroom settings
• Supporting targeted interventions and revision sessions

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Psychology graduates
• Aspiring Educational Psychologists or Therapists
• Graduates considering a career in teaching or SEND education
• Youth workers, mentors, or care/support workers
• Teaching Assistants looking to gain formal qualifications
• Career changers passionate about supporting young people with additional needs

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Empathy, patience, and resilience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A flexible and proactive attitude
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with SEND
• Commitment to professional development and learning

No school experience is required — just the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Requirements

• Commitment to completing an 11-month apprenticeship programme
• GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferred
• Must not currently be enrolled on another government-funded course
• Enhanced DBS check required (full support provided)

Training & Benefits

About Engage Education

At Engage Education, professional development and staff support are at the heart of what we do.

Benefits include:

• FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Dedicated education consultant and ongoing mentoring
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Wellbeing support and partner discounts
• Travel and retail offers
• £50 Amazon referral voucher scheme
• Study completed flexibly during school holidays
• Clear long-term progression within SEND

How to Apply

Apply today to start your career in SEND education while gaining a recognised qualification and valuable hands-on experience.

All applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS check. Full support will be provided throughout the application process.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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