Psychology Graduate

Academics Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a fantastic opportunity for psychology graduates to gain invaluable experience in the NHS. This role involves working closely with children who have Autism and complex needs, providing essential support in their daily activities and personal care. With a focus on empathy and resilience, you will play a crucial role in their development. The position offers excellent training, competitive hours, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children. If you're passionate about mental health and eager to contribute, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Initial and ongoing training

Competitive rate of pay

Impactful contribution to child development

Term-time working hours

Qualifications

• Recent psychology graduates looking to gain experience in mental health.
• Ability to support children with varying cognitive behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Support children with reading and writing activities.
• Ensure the safety and personal care of children with severe needs.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Brighton - September 2025

Have you been looking for a role in the NHS in the hope of gaining some field experience with mental health?

Are you an aspiring psychologist or speech and language therapist?

Are you a naturally resilient and empathetic person?

This psychology graduate position could be exactly what you've been looking for!

A specialist school for children with Autism and Moderate to Severe and complex needs in Brighton is welcoming applications from psychology graduates who are seeking experience of working with children with varying cognitive behaviours. The existing team of incredible staff are welcoming like-minded individuals to join them in supporting children with varying challenges. The school is for ages 5-16.

What can you expect on a daily basis?

- Working with teachers to support children with reading and writing

- Assisting with play-related activities

- Ensuring the safety of the child/children you are allocation to work with

- Delivering personal care to children with more severe needs (feeding, cleaning, changing and toileting)

Why is this such a great role for a psychology graduate?

- Initial and ongoing training is provided

- An excellent position for someone who has the ambition to become a teacher, psychologist or speech and language therapist

- Fantastic working hours typically of 08:30-15:30 term-time only

- Competitive rate of pay

- Having a really impacting contribution on the upbringing and development of a vulnerable child

If this sounds like the position for you then please get in contact as soon as possible to arrange an appointment with Academics and a visit with the school.