Psychology Graduate Academic Coach

Psychology Graduate Academic Coach

Do you want a specialist school role that builds the kind of real-world experience you need for a future in clinical psychology?

• Period:
  September 2026 to July 2027
• Pay: £90 - £110 per day
• Location:
  
  Specialist school, Wolverhampton
• Ideal for someone looking to go down the clinical psychology route

• You will provide 1:1 and small group academic support across core subjects, matched to pupil needs.
• You will help pupils regulate, stay engaged, and access learning through calm, consistent routines.
• You will deliver targeted interventions in literacy and numeracy to close gaps and build confidence.
• You will support behaviour for learning using agreed strategies, clear boundaries, and de-escalation.
• You will adapt tasks so pupils can succeed without lowering expectations.
• You will track progress and share clear feedback with teachers and the wider support team.
• You will follow safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times and report concerns immediately.

• 2:2 degree or above in Psychology (or a closely related subject).
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Calm, patient, and consistent, especially when behaviour is challenging.
• Clear communicator and maintain strong professional boundaries.
• Reliable, proactive, and comfortable following support plans consistently.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to obtain one.

This specialist school in Wolverhampton supports pupils who need a more tailored approach to learning and behaviour. Staff work as a team, routines are clear, and support is structured so pupils can make progress academically and emotionally. You will be guided by experienced professionals and gain practical insight into needs-led support that links closely to clinical and therapeutic career pathways.