Job Description:

Graduate Psychology & Autism SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Lambeth, South London
Salary: £108.35 per day
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026

Are you a Psychology graduate with a passion for supporting children with Autism and additional learning needs?Pertemps Education Network is currently recruiting a Graduate Psychology & Autism SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology graduate, aspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist or SEN specialist to gain valuable, hands-on experience supporting children with additional needs in an educational setting.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and the school's SENCO to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication difficulties, social, emotional and behavioural needs, and other developmental needs.

The Role:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to primary-aged pupils with Autism and additional needs.
• Support children's communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and overall development.
• Implement tailored learning activities and interventions to encourage engagement and independence.
• Help pupils access the mainstream curriculum through differentiated activities and individualised support.
• Support children who may display challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour management strategies.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent support.
• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A degree in Psychology, Education, Sociology, Child Development or a related subject.
• A genuine interest in Autism, Special Educational Needs and child development.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An interest in pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, SEN Teaching or Child Development.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Why Apply?

• Excellent hands-on experience for aspiring psychologists and education professionals.
• Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of Autism and additional learning needs.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's educational and personal development.
• Potential for long-term career progression within education and SEN.

Apply Today!

To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on:

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