Psychology Graduate SEN Support - L23

Psychology Graduate - KS1 Learning Support Assistant Role Overview

• Location: Liverpool
• Contract:Parttime
• Phase: KS1

Are you a Psychology Graduate with a strong interest in early child development
? Are you looking to gain handson experience supporting young children's learning, emotional wellbeing, and social development in a KS1 setting
?

Milk Education is recruiting Psychology Graduates to work as KS1 Setting in mainstream primary schools across Liverpool. This role is ideal for graduates considering future careers in Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, or Occupational Therapy
.

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to children in KS1
• Support pupils with additional needs
  , including early developmental delays, SEND, SEMH, and speech & language needs
• Assist children with emotional regulation, social skills, and daily routines
• Encourage engagement through playbased and structured learning activities
• Support the delivery of phonics, early literacy, numeracy, and fine motor activities
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and confidence
• Observe, monitor, and record progress in line with the KS1 Framework
• Work collaboratively with teachers, KS1 staff, and the SENCO
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment

• A degree in Psychology or a related subject (essential)
• A strong interest in early years development and child psychology
• Experience working with children (nurseries, schools, clubs, or care settings) - desirable but not essential
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Commitment to providing consistent, reliable support

• Handson experience in KS1 within a mainstream primary setting
• Insight into early intervention and child development
• Excellent preparation for postgraduate training or careers in psychology, education, or therapy
• Valuable classroom and SEN experience to strengthen future applications

• Fast registration process
• Excellent rates of pay
• Educator Wellbeing Guide
• School Preparation Pack
• FREE PSHE lesson plans designed by teachers
• 2 FREE CPD courses when you register
• 24/7 access to your dedicated personal consultant

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be s