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Psychology Graduate - SEN Support Role

Job Posted: 24 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 100 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bath

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Psychology Graduate - SEN Support Role (Primary & Secondary) 
Location: Bath 
Start Date: September 2026 
Contract: Full-time 
Salary: £90-£100 per day (dependent on experience) 
 
The Role 
We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Psychology Graduate to join a supportive mainstream school in Bath, working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across both primary and secondary age groups. 
In this role, you will primarily support pupils who have experienced trauma, often presenting with needs similar to Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). You will play an important part in helping students feel safe, understood, and able to engage positively with their learning. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN 
Support students with trauma-related needs and ASC-like presentations 
Assist in delivering personalised interventions to support learning and emotional development 
Help pupils develop emotional regulation, social interaction skills, and confidence 
Work closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams 
Contribute to maintaining a calm, structured, and nurturing environment 
Track and report on student progress and wellbeing 

The Ideal Candidate Will Have: 
 
A degree in Psychology or a related discipline 
A strong interest in SEN, mental health, and child development 
An understanding of trauma-informed approaches (desirable but not essential) 
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
A resilient, patient, and proactive approach 
Experience working with children or young people (advantageous but not essential) 

What the School Offers 
 
A welcoming and inclusive school environment 
Support from an experienced and collaborative SEN team 
Ongoing training in SEN, ASC, and trauma-informed practice 
Excellent experience for those pursuing careers in Educational Psychology, Teaching, or Therapy 
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives 

Why Apply? 
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience in education while supporting children with complex needs. You will develop key skills in behaviour support, emotional wellbeing, and inclusive practice in a highly rewarding role. 
 
Essential Criteria: 
 
- Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30 
 
- Right to work in the UK - we CANNOT accept sponsorship or a skilled worker visa 
 
- Minimum two recent references, covering the last two years 
 
- Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one* 
 
*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us. 
 
What can Five Education offer you? 
 
- Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more 
 
- Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days) 
 
- Recommending a friend bonus scheme 
 
- Specialist support / mentoring while you are working 
 
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Kate at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you. 
 
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay. 
 
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS. There will also be an interview. 
 
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level. 
 
Contact Blake on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

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