Psychology Graduate - SEN​/SEMH

Psychology Graduate - SEN / SEMH Setting

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Contract Type: Full-Time Long-Term & Flexible Day-to-Day Opportunities

Start Date: September 2026

Pay: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Looking to Apply Your Psychology Knowledge in a Real-World Setting?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with specialist SEN/SEMH provisions across Stoke-on-Trent that are looking for Psychology Graduates to support young people with additional needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for psychology graduates, trainee psychologists, or individuals currently studying psychology who want to gain valuable practical experience and develop skills that directly link to their studies.

Working within a SEMH environment, you will gain first-hand experience supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, while developing your understanding of behaviour, communication, safeguarding, and positive interventions.

Whether you are looking for a full-time long-term role to build your experience or flexible day-to-day work alongside your studies, we have opportunities to suit your circumstances.

• Support young people with SEMH needs and barriers to learning.
• Build positive relationships and provide emotional and pastoral support.
• Apply psychological theory and understanding to real-life situations.
• Support students with behaviour regulation and engagement.
• Work alongside teachers, support staff, and pastoral teams.
• Help create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and personal development.

• Has a degree in Psychology or is currently studying towards one.
• Is passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Has an interest in SEMH, behaviour, mental health, or education.
• Has strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Is patient, resilient, and adaptable.
• Wants to gain practical experience within an educational setting.
• Has previous experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).