Psychology Graduate? Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Psychology Graduate? Ready to Make a Real Difference? Protocol Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a primary-aged pupil in the Shropshire and Telford area. This rewarding role involves supporting a child with ADHD and suspected autism, helping them engage with learning, develop confidence and thrive in school.

About the School This welcoming and inclusive primary school places a strong emphasis on supporting every child as an individual. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where pupils feel understood, valued and encouraged to succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

Providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day. Supporting attention, focus and classroom engagement. Helping the pupil develop positive social interactions. Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing. Working closely with teachers and SEND staff. Encouraging independence and resilience. Who We're Looking For

Psychology graduates interested in child development, behaviour or neurodiversity. Individuals with experience supporting children or young people. Patient, empathetic and resilient personalities. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning. Why You'll Love This Role This is an excellent opportunity to gain invaluable practical experience supporting a child with additional needs before pursuing careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Therapy or Teaching.

Why Join Protocol Education? Our dedicated consultants will support you throughout your placement and help you find opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Safeguarding Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references, in line with DfE guidance. Apply today to start building meaningful experience while making a genuine difference.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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