Psychology Graduates

Job description

Have you recently graduated in Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Counselling, Mental Health Nursing, Childhood Studies or a related field?

Are you considering a future career as an Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Therapist, Counsellor, Mental Health Practitioner, Social Worker or Teacher?

This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people with a range of additional needs before progressing into further training or postgraduate study.

The Role

We are working with a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with a variety of complex needs, including:

• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
• Trauma and attachment needs
• Behavioural challenges
• Speech, language and communication needs
• Complex learning difficulties
• PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties)

You'll work closely with experienced teachers, therapists, psychologists and pastoral teams to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

What You'll Gain

✔ First-hand experience supporting children with complex needs

✔ Exposure to behaviour management and therapeutic approaches

✔ Experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams

✔ A deeper understanding of child development, SEND and mental health

✔ Valuable experience for Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or Teaching applications

We Are Looking For

• Psychology graduates (or related degrees)
• Individuals passionate about child development and mental health
• Strong communicators who can build positive relationships
• Resilient, patient and empathetic individuals
• Those looking to gain meaningful experience before further study or training

Ideal For Aspiring:

• Educational Psychologists
• Clinical Psychologists
• Child Psychologists
• Counsellors
• Therapists
• Social Workers
• SEN Teachers
• Mental Health Practitioners

Why Apply?

This isn't a role where you'll spend your day making photocopies or observing from the sidelines. You'll become an integral part of a specialist team, helping children overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve outcomes they never thought possible.

For many graduates, this role provides the perfect foundation for a long-term career in psychology, education, therapy or mental health.

If you're looking for a role that is rewarding, challenging and genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you. 

Apply now to start your journey in SEN and mental health support.

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