Psychology Graduate

Protocol Education Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking psychology graduates or final-year undergraduates for a role supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This full-time opportunity offers invaluable hands-on experience in a nurturing school environment, working closely with professionals in education. Candidates will develop skills in behaviour management and trauma-informed practices, which can lead to further career opportunities.

Benefits

Training in safeguarding and Prevent Duty

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates or final-year psychology undergraduates.
• Experience with children or in educational settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH and complex needs.
• Build trusting relationships to help children overcome barriers to learning.
• Assist with interventions to promote emotional resilience.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional regulation

Trauma-informed approaches

Education

Degree in Psychology

Job description

Are you a psychology graduate or a final-year psychology undergraduate looking for hands-on experience working with children with additional needs? Protocol Education is offering a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in a well-led, nurturing primary school in Rotherham.

This full-time, term-time only role is ideal for those interested in careers in educational psychology, mental health, social work, or teaching. You will be working closely with children who have experienced significant trauma and have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Why This Role?

• Gain hands-on experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a structured school environment
• Work alongside experienced teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams
• Develop skills in behaviour management, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed approaches
• A long-term opportunity that could lead to a permanent role or support further studies

The Role Involves:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs in a well-run, inclusive setting
• Building trusting relationships to help children overcome barriers to learning
• Assisting with interventions designed to promote emotional resilience and engagement
• Learning from professionals in education and child development

This is an excellent opportunity to apply your psychology knowledge in a real-world setting while making a meaningful impact. Whether you're preparing for postgraduate study or considering a career in education, this role provides invaluable experience and professional development.

Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.

If you are interested in applying, please contact 0114 252 1970 or email [e-mail]

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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