Graduate Psychology Assistant - ASC and SEMH School

Graduate Psychology Assistant - ASC and SEMH School Location: Leyland, LancashireSalary: £98.89 - £130 per day (PAYE, dependent on experience)Job Type: Full-time, Long-term (with permanent opportunities)Start Date: September 2026 / ImmediateAre you a recent Psychology Graduate aiming to build a career in educational psychology, clinical practice, or speech and language therapy? Do you want to gain hands-on, paid experience in a highly specialised specialist setting?Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with an outstanding Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school in Leyland. We are looking for a passionate, empathetic individual to support their pupils on a small-group basis.The RoleThis position bypasses the crowded mainstream classroom environment to focus entirely on high-impact, small-scale interventions. You will be working with classes made up of up to 5 pupils, giving you the unique opportunity to build strong rapport, recognise specific sensory or emotional triggers, and implement tailored behavioural support.Key Responsibilities:Utilise your psychology background to understand complex human behaviour, trauma, and neurodiverse profiles.Work on a dedicated small group basis to help pupils manage their emotions, develop social skills, and engage with learning.Collaborate closely with class teachers, speech therapists, and internal mental health teams to deliver individual care plans.Maintain a calm, safe, and structured ..... full job details .....