Psychology Graduate SEN TA

Position: Psychology Graduate SEN TA - September 2026
Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools (Manchester)

Employer:

Aspire People

Location:

Primary schools across Manchester

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Long-term, with the potential to become permanent

About the Role:

Aspire People is seeking enthusiastic Psychology Graduates to join our primary school network in Manchester as SEN Teaching Assistants. Whether you are about to graduate or have graduated in the last few years, we are looking for motivated individuals who want to gain professional experience working with children with additional needs, SEMH, or behavioural challenges.

You will be supporting children across a range of year groups, from EYFS to Year 6, helping them access their learning and thrive in the classroom. You may also have opportunities to cover PPA sessions, with support from the school to build your skills in this area.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a school setting, whether you are looking for placements, professional development, or long-term career progression in educational psychology or SEN support.

Who We're Looking For:

* UK-based Psychology Graduates, including:
o Bachelors in Psychology
o Educational Psychology
o Bachelor's degrees related to Education

* Passionate about supporting children with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs

* Experience (academic, voluntary, or professional) of working with children is essential

* Ability to work across multiple year groups (EYFS-Y6)

* Flexible and eager to take on PPA cover duties as trained

* DBS on the Update Service

* References from the last 2 years

What We Offer:

* A chance to work across primary schools in Manchester

* Long-term roles with the potential to go permanent

* Opportunities to develop your skills in SEN, behavioural support, and teaching

* Supportive network through Aspire People

* Valuable hands-on experience in a school setting

Apply Now:
Aspire People is building a bank of psychology graduates to support our Manchester primary schools from September 2026.

If you're ready to make a difference and gain invaluable experience, we want to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks