Psychology Graduate

Tradewind Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Psychology Graduate for a teaching and learning support role in Harrow. This position offers hands-on experience working with students with additional needs and involves supporting teachers and pastoral teams. Full-time hours are Monday to Friday, term-time only. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Psychology and a genuine interest in child development and mental health. Competitive daily rates and opportunities for personal development are provided.

Benefits

Access to training and mentoring

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in child development, mental health, and educational psychology.
• Previous experience working with young people or vulnerable groups is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs.
• Work 1:1 or with small groups to develop skills.
• Assist in the classroom to keep students engaged.
• Help teachers deliver tailored interventions.
• Observe and record student progress and behaviour.
• Encourage positive relationships and participation.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Proactive approach

Patient approach

Education

Degree in Psychology or closely related field

Job description

Perfect for psychology graduates looking to gain hands‑on experience in education, SEN support, or mental‑health‑related roles.

Psychology Graduate – Teaching & Learning Support (Harrow)

This role is ideal for psychology graduates seeking practical experience working with young people in a school setting. You will support teachers, pastoral teams, and students across the school, with a focus on learning, behaviour, and wellbeing.

Your duties will include:

• Supporting students with additional learning needs, including those with SEN, SEMH, autism, ADHD, or anxiety.
• Working 1:1 or with small groups to help develop emotional regulation, social skills, and confidence.
• Assisting in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged and on task.
• Helping teachers deliver tailored interventions and behaviour support strategies.
• Observing and recording student progress, behaviour patterns, and wellbeing indicators.
• Supporting pastoral and safeguarding teams where appropriate.
• Encouraging positive relationships, participation, and resilience among students.
• Assisting with general classroom duties, homework support, and study tasks.

Requirements

• A degree in Psychology (or a closely related field).
• A genuine interest in child development, mental health, and educational psychology.
• Strong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, patient, and supportive approach.
• Previous experience working with young people or vulnerable groups is desirable but not essential.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What’s on Offer

• A welcoming and supportive secondary school in Harrow.
• Full‑time hours: Monday to Friday, term‑time only.
• Competitive daily rate based on experience.
• Excellent experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Counsellors, SEN Specialists, or Psychotherapists.
• Access to training, mentoring, and professional development.

How to Apply

If you’re a motivated psychology graduate eager to gain meaningful school‑based experience, we’d love to hear from you. Apply online today to be considered for this Psychology Graduate role in Harrow!

Alternatively, for more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley on (phone number removed) (option 3) or via email at