Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Watford

About the role

Join a specialised school in Watford as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant. This full‑time, contract position offers recent psychology graduates hands‑on experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, ADD, SEMH and other additional learning needs.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to enhance learning, confidence and engagement.
• Apply psychology knowledge to develop and deliver targeted interventions for SEN pupils.
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and monitor progress for students with additional needs.

Required profile

• A degree in Psychology or a related field.
• Availability to work during standard school hours.
• Proactive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude.
• Patience, creativity and resilience when supporting diverse learners.

Required skills

• Counselling
• CBT (Cognitive‑Behavioural Therapy)
• Bereavement support

What we offer

• Access to counselling, CBT and bereavement support resources.
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and comprehensive pension plans.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.