Psychology Grad: Flexible Classroom Support Roles

Connex Education Partnership; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

GCA Approved Supplier

Professional development courses

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking psychology graduates and students to support schools in Weston-super-Mare. Roles are offered on a day-to-day, short-term, and long-term basis with flexible placements starting as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include supporting pupils in the classroom, providing one-to-one or small-group support, and applying knowledge of child development to meet individual needs while promoting positive behaviour, inclusivity, and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• A psychology degree, current psychology studies, or a closely related qualification.
• A genuine interest in working with children and young people in an educational setting.
• An understanding of child development, behaviour, or additional learning needs.
• Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and positive approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils individually and in small groups.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Flexibility, reliability, and confidence adapting to different school environments.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and diversity.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help pupils engage with learning.
• Use your understanding of child development to support individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and the wider school community.
• Observe pupil progress and share relevant feedback with teaching staff.
• Follow school safeguarding, behaviour, and confidentiality procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Adaptability

Teamwork

Interest in education

Child development

Problem solving

Active listening

Education

Psychology degree

Current psychology studies

Related qualification

Tools

N/A

Job description

Connex Education Partnership is seeking psychology graduates and students to support schools in Weston-super-Mare. Roles are offered on a day-to-day, short-term, and long-term basis with flexible placements starting as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include supporting pupils in the classroom, providing one-to-one or small-group support, and applying knowledge of child development to meet individual needs while promoting positive behaviour, inclusivity, and pupil wellbeing.