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Graduate Psychology, Autism & Speech and Language Support Assistant
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 109 - 109 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Quidenham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Graduate Psychology, Autism & Speech and Language Support Assistant
📍 Quidenham, Norfolk
💼 Full-time | Term-time only
🕓 Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
📅 Start Date: ASAP
💰 £108.35 per day
🌟 About the School
An independent specialist day school supporting students aged 11–16 who have experienced difficulties in mainstream settings. Pupils present with specific learning difficulties and more complex communication and interaction needs, including autism spectrum conditions.
The school maintains high expectations for every learner, delivering highly personalised education and therapeutic support aligned with each student’s Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Their mission is to equip young people with the academic, emotional and practical skills needed to lead independent, fulfilling adult lives.
You will be joining a nurturing, inclusive and highly collaborative environment, working alongside a skilled multi-disciplinary team including Speech and Language Therapists (SALTs), Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists and specialist teachers.
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or aspiring practitioner looking to build experience toward a career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy or SEN education.
🧩 Role and Responsibilities
💬 Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group communication and learning interventions
🧠 Use autism-friendly strategies including visual supports, PECS, Makaton and social stories
🤝 Work closely with SALTs, teachers and pastoral staff to embed therapeutic approaches
🌈 Support students’ emotional regulation, confidence and independence
📊 Monitor and report on student progress and wellbeing
🛡️ Uphold safeguarding, inclusion and positive behaviour standards
🎯 Candidate Requirements
🎓 Degree in Psychology, Linguistics, Speech Sciences, Education or Child Development (or working towards)
❤️ Genuine interest in autism, communication and complex SEN
🗣️ Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
🕊️ Patient, empathetic and emotionally resilient
🚗 Able to travel to Quidenham / Norfolk area
⭐ Previous SEN or youth work experience desirable but not essential
🌱 Why This Role Is a Valuable Stepping Stone
Gain hands-on experience that opens doors to careers in:
🗣️ Speech and Language Therapy (SALT)
🧠 Educational or Clinical Psychology
💪 Occupational Therapy
👩🏫 SEN / Teaching
💬 Social Work or Mental Health Support
🌍 Youth Work / Pastoral Support
You will develop first-hand experience in communication support, behaviour strategies and child-centred interventions, making you highly competitive for postgraduate training.
🎁 What this school Offers
✔ Mentoring from experienced therapists and SEN specialists
✔ CPD and professional development opportunities
✔ Supportive, growth-focused team culture
✔ Meaningful work where every day makes a difference
💬 How to Apply
If you’re ready to help young people communicate, connect and thrive:
📧 Contact: Charlie Hayes @ Pertemps Education
📞 Email: (url removed)
📱 Phone: (phone number removed)
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