Psychology & Drama Graduates Wanted – SEN & Behaviour Support Roles
Perfect for Psychology, Drama & Performing Arts Graduates | Flexible Start | Paid School Experience
Are you a Psychology graduate passionate about behaviour, mental health, or child development?
Or a Drama / Performing Arts graduate with a talent for building confidence, communication, and engagement?
Milk Education is working with supportive primary and secondary schools across Leeds who are actively looking for graduates with your skill set to work as SEN Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, and Creative Learning Support Assistants.
If you’re enthusiastic, empathetic, and ready to inspire young people — this is the ideal role for you.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00
Start Date: Flexible start dates
Contract: Week-by-week initially, with long-term opportunities available
Your Role & Responsibilities
- Support pupils with SEN, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, communication needs, and behavioural challenges
- Work 1:1 or with small groups to build confidence, emotional regulation, and engagement
- Use psychology or drama-based strategies to support communication, behaviour, and self-esteem
- Assist the class teacher in delivering creative, inclusive learning experiences
- Help pupils manage emotions and develop positive routines
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who need consistency and care
- Uphold safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times
Why Psychology Graduates Are a Great Fit
Psych graduates bring:
- Understanding of behaviour, mental health, and cognitive development
- Insight into SEN needs and behaviour triggers
- Strong communication and de-escalation skills
- A natural foundation for roles in SEN, pastoral care, behaviour mentoring, and safeguarding
Ideal for those considering careers in:
- Educational Psychology
- Counselling
- Mental health professions
- Social work
- CAMHS
- SEN specialist roles
Why Drama & Performing Arts Graduates Are a Great Fit
Drama/Performing Arts graduates excel at:
- Building confidence, communication, and creativity
- Engaging pupils in imaginative, expressive learning
- Encouraging participation through role-play, storytelling, and movement
- Supporting pupils with social skills, expression, and emotional literacy
Ideal for those interested in:
- Creative education roles
- SEN and speech/communication support
- Behaviour mentoring
- Youth work
- Teaching and performing arts education
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applicants with:
- A degree in Psychology, Drama, Performing Arts, or similar
- Experience working with children, SEN, vulnerable young people, or in creative settings (desirable)
- Patience, empathy, resilience, and a passion for helping young people
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
No formal TA qualifications needed — just the right attitude and experience.
Why Choose Milk Education?
- Competitive daily pay
- Full support and guidance throughout your role
- Access to wellbeing support
- Free resources and SEN behaviour toolkits
- Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles
- A consultant who understands the pathways psychology and performing arts graduates take
Interested?
Click ‘Apply Now’ or contact us:
📧 miles.fortune@milk-education.co.uk
📞 0113 418 0100