Trey is a Confident, Academically Talented Graduate Looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant Role from September
Trey is a First-Class Psychology graduate from the University of St Andrews who is currently completing an MSc in Applied Clinical Psychology at the University of Bath. With a strong academic grounding in child development, learning needs and psychology in practice, he is seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role where he can support pupils with additional needs in an inclusive school setting.
His experience working with autistic research participants has helped him build calm communication, rapport-building and observational skills that would translate well into SEN classroom support.
Education & Qualifications
- MSc Applied Clinical Psychology: University of Bath
- BSc (Hons) Psychology, First Class: University of St. Andrews
- A Levels: Biology (A), Chemistry (B), Psychology (B)
- GCSEs: 9 GCSEs at grades 9-7, including Maths and English
Experience Summary
Trey brings a psychology-led understanding of learning, behaviour and individual need, supported by direct experience working with autistic participants in a structured research environment. His background is particularly relevant for SEN support roles where communication, patience, organisation and careful observation matter.
- Worked remotely with autistic research participants as a PhD Research Assistant at the University of St Andrews.
- Delivered the Vocabulary and Matrix Reasoning dimensions of the WASI-II cognitive assessment, explaining tasks clearly and recording participant responses accurately.
- Built rapport with participants and remained available for guidance during a social problem-solving self-report measure.
- Organised participant data into a clear and manageable format for the PhD study he supported.
- Troubleshot scheduling issues with participant meeting times, showing reliability and practical problem-solving.
- Developed strong data analysis and research skills using Microsoft Excel, JASP, IBM SPSS and online research platforms.
- Gained customer-facing experience as a Retail Sales Assistant, supporting members of the public and contributing to organised day-to-day operations.
Key Strengths
- First-Class Psychology degree from the University of St Andrews.
- Current postgraduate study in Applied Clinical Psychology at the University of Bath.
- Strong understanding of child development, learning needs and barriers to education.
- Direct experience working with autistic research participants in a structured assessment context.
- Calm, clear communication and rapport-building skills.
- Strong organisation, data handling and problem-solving abilities.
- Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society with Graduate Basis for Chartership.
- Clear commitment to supporting pupils with SEN in an inclusive classroom environment.