Psychology Graduate - SEND & Child Development
Listed on 2026-10-29
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Special Education Assistant
Manchester & Surrounding Areas
November 2026 Onwards
School Support Roles Aspire People
Are you a Psychology or Child Psychology graduate looking to build practical experience supporting children in education?
Aspire People are recruiting graduates to support primary schools across Manchester from November 2026 onwards. This opportunity could suit someone interested in child development, educational psychology, SEND, teaching or a future career working with children.
The Role:- Supporting pupils with classroom learning
- Providing 1:1 and small-group assistance
- Helping children develop communication and social skills
- Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
- Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
- Assisting with structured learning activities
- Working alongside teachers and support staff
- A degree in Psychology, Child Psychology or a relevant child-development subject, or an equivalent relevant qualification
- Relevant UK-based experience supporting children or young people within the last two years
- Experience in a school or comparable child-focused setting
- Strong communication, empathy and relationship-building skills
- A genuine interest in child development and inclusive education
- A commitment to safeguarding
Experience supporting autism, SEMH, behaviour or additional learning needs is desirable.
These opportunities can provide valuable practical experience for graduates exploring careers in education and child development.
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.
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