psychology-graduate

The Graduate Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,682 - 18,634; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Psychology Graduate to provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism in Birmingham. This role offers meaningful experience in a SEN school, helping students follow routines, access learning, and develop communication skills.

You will work closely with teaching staff and build trust with pupils who need extra support. A 2:2 or above in Psychology, plus a desire to pursue a psychology career, is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in Psychology or a related subject.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism.
• Help students follow routines and engage more positively.
• Work closely with teaching staff and wider professionals.

Skills

Clear and confident verbal communication

Written communication

Patient in specialist setting

Education

Degree in Psychology or related subject (2:2 or above)

Job description

Psychology Graduate

Could you make a real difference to pupils who need extra support to feel settled and successful in school? Are you looking for meaningful SEN experience before moving into educational or clinical psychology?

• £85 - £101 per day
• September 2026 to July 2027
• Location - SEN school, Ward of Edgbaston
• 1:1 and small group support – Autism

The Role

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism across the school day. You will help students follow routines, access learning, build confidence, develop communication, and engage more positively in the classroom while working closely with teaching staff and wider professionals.

The Candidate

You are calm, observant, and able to build trust through consistency and clear communication. You want practical school-based experience, you can stay patient in a specialist setting, and you are interested in how focused support helps pupils with Autism feel more secure and make progress.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in Psychology or a related subject.
• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Career Goals – A desire to pursue a career in educational or clinical psychology.

The School

This SEN school in the Ward of Edgbaston offers the chance to build valuable experience in a setting where structure, patience, and purposeful support matter. You will work closely with teaching staff and wider professionals in a role that gives you direct exposure to day-to-day SEND provision, practical intervention, and the support strategies schools use to help pupils with Autism access learning more successfully.