Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEMH Focused

Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant – SEMH School – Emsworth – £14.25 per Hour
📍 Location: Emsworth, Hampshire💷 Pay Rate: £14.25 per hour🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only📅 Start Date: September 2026
Pink Tile Education is recruiting for a specialist school near Emsworth that supports young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience supporting young people who may have experienced trauma, anxiety, behavioural challenges or barriers to mainstream education.
The school takes a therapeutic and relationship-led approach, helping pupils build resilience, confidence and positive pathways for the future.
The Role

Supporting students with SEMH needs throughout the school day
Working on a 1:1 and small group basis
Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour support strategies
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Supporting classroom learning and engagement
Working alongside teaching, pastoral and therapy teams

We’re Looking For

Psychology graduates or graduates from a related discipline
An interest in mental health, behaviour and child development
Emotional resilience and a calm, proactive nature
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A passion for supporting vulnerable young people

What We Offer

£14.25 per hour
Monday to Friday working pattern
Term-time only hours
September 2026 start
Fantastic experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Counsellors and Therapists
Ongoing support from Pink Tile Education

Safeguarding & DBS Statement
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks, including referencing and an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service or a willingness to obtain one. We are committed to safer recruitment practices and expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of children and young people.