Psychology Graduate - Behaviour Support Assistant

Psychology Graduate - Behaviour Support Assistant (Primary School)**
Full-Time | Immediate & September Starts Available

Aspire People are recruiting **Psychology Graduates** to work as **Behaviour Support Assistants** within primary schools.

If you have studied areas such as **developmental psychology, mental health, or behavioural theory**, this role will allow you to directly apply your knowledge to support pupils with **SEMH needs, ASD, and behavioural challenges**.

This position is particularly suited to graduates interested in careers in **Educational Psychology, Child Psychology, or school-based pastoral and safeguarding roles**.

**The Role:**
* Supporting pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support
* Implementing strategies based on psychological principles
* Supporting pupils to regulate emotions and manage behaviour
* Working closely with teaching staff and SENCOs
* Encouraging positive engagement with learning
* Supporting both classroom learning and structured interventions

**What You'll Gain:**
* Hands-on experience working with children with additional needs
* Insight into SEND provision and school-based support systems
* Practical experience supporting behaviour and emotional wellbeing
* A clear pathway into education or psychology-related careers

**The Ideal Candidate:**
* Psychology graduate (or related degree)
* Interest in behaviour, mental health, and SEND
* Resilient, calm, and adaptable approach
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Passion for making a difference in education

**Why Aspire People:**
* Opportunities in a range of primary schools
* Flexible and long-term roles available
* Ongoing training and development
* Supportive and experienced consultants

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to **apply your degree in a real-world setting** while building a strong foundation for future career progression.

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