Psychology Graduate

Location: Newton Heath

Psychology Graduate - SEND & SEMH Support
Manchester Immediate Opportunities Full-Time & Part-Time Aspire People

Recently graduated with a Psychology or Child Psychology degree?

Aspire People are currently recruiting Psychology Graduates who are interested in gaining practical experience working with children within primary schools.

With schools now back, we have opportunities for graduates who want to put their understanding of child development, behaviour, emotional wellbeing and psychology into practice while gaining valuable school-based experience.

This can be particularly relevant if you're considering a future career within education, SEND, Educational Psychology, teaching, pastoral support or child development .

The Role Could Include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support
Supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
Helping children develop emotional regulation
Supporting classroom learning and engagement
Delivering or assisting with targeted interventions
Building positive relationships with pupils
Supporting behaviour and social development
Encouraging independence and confidence
Working alongside teachers and SENCOs
Monitoring and feeding back on pupil progress

We're Looking For:

Degree in Psychology, Child Psychology or a related subject
Genuine interest in working with children
Strong interest in SEND and SEMH
Patient, empathetic and resilient approach
Excellent communication skills
Ability to build trusting relationships
Willingness to learn and develop within a school environment

Previous experience working with children, young people, tutoring, mentoring, youth work or SEND would be advantageous but isn't essential for every opportunity.

Why Start Your Education

Experience with Aspire People?

Gain practical experience within UK primary schools
Develop your understanding of SEND and SEMH
Put your degree knowledge into practice
Learn from experienced teachers and SENCOs
Build valuable experience for future psychology or education careers
Access to full-time and part-time opportunities
Potential long-term and permanent positions
Dedicated consultant support

If you've recently graduated and are looking for a way to turn your Psychology degree into practical experience working with children , get in touch with Aspire People today.

Schools are recruiting now, so don't wait until later in the academic year to start building your experience.

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.