Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduates Welcome Location: Milton Keynes (Bletchley) Pay: £95- £110 per day Start Date: April 2026 or ASAP Contract: Flexible / Term-Time Only

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to build meaningful, hands-on experience in a specialist setting?

We are working in partnership with a highly regarded SEND provision in Milton Keynes that supports young people aged 7-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication needs, and complex behavioural profiles. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, or Child Mental Health. You will play a key role in supporting pupils with additional needs, gaining direct experience of behaviour support strategies, emotional regulation, and structured learning approaches.

The role will involve: * Providing 1:1 and small group support for students with additional needs * Supporting behaviour regulation and emotional development * Working alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, and therapists * Implementing structured interventions and personalised learning plans * Building strong, professional relationships with pupils

We're particularly keen to hear from candidates who: * Hold a degree in Psychology or a related field * Have a genuine interest in child development and SEND * Are resilient, reflective, and keen to learn * Can build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries

Why this role stands out: * Ideal experience for aspiring Educational/Clinical Psychologists * Exposure to complex needs and specialist support strategies * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Flexible working to build experience around other commitments

This is more than a support role-it's an opportunity to develop the practical skills and insight needed for a long-term career in psychology or education. Interested? Apply today with your CV or contact Charlotte at Aspire People on (phone number removed) for more information. Important Information: All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, health clearance, and social media screening. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is a criminal offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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