Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (SLD & ASD Provision)

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant (SLD & ASD Provision)

Location: Chorley Area (Across both sites)

Age Range: 4 - 19 years old

Salary/Pay Rate: £98.89 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Psychology Graduate to join a specialist school in Chorley catering to children and young people aged 4 to 19 years old with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This is an exceptional opportunity for a psychology graduate looking to build practical, hands-on experience within special educational needs (SEN). You will be working dynamically across both of the school's sites in the Chorley area, supporting students with diverse needs to access a tailored curriculum, develop life skills, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• In-Class Support: Assist teachers in delivering engaging, multi-sensory lessons adapted to students with SLD and ASD.

• 1-to-1 & Small Group Work: Provide targeted support for communication, sensory regulation, and functional learning activities.

• Applying Psychological Insights: Utilise your psychology background to understand student behaviour, implement positive behav...