SEN Teaching Assistant (Psychology Graduate) – Maidenhead

About the role

We are looking for a Psychology Graduate to join our specialist school in Maidenhead as a SEN Teaching Assistant. You will support children aged 5‑11 who have experienced trauma and complex mental‑health needs, working alongside qualified therapists and psychologists.

Key responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to SEN pupils throughout the school day.
• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing behaviour and wellbeing plans.
• Observe and shadow therapeutic sessions, taking notes for professional development.
• Monitor pupils’ emotional state and report concerns to the school’s mental‑health team.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and progress.

Required profile

• Recent graduate in Psychology or a related discipline (e.g., Criminology).
• Level 3 qualifications or higher; a degree is preferred.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and able to work independently.
• Open‑minded and adaptable to the demands of a trauma‑informed environment.

Required skills

• Understanding of special educational needs and mental‑health issues.

What we offer

• Full‑time, Monday‑Friday role (8:30 am‑4:00 pm) on‑site in Maidenhead.
• Mentorship from experienced therapists and psychologists.
• Opportunity to shadow clinical sessions and gain hands‑on experience.
• Competitive day rate of £90‑£110.