Psychology Graduate in Crawley)

Academics Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Crawley is seeking a Psychology Graduate to support pupils aged 6-11, including those with ADHD and/or Autism. The role focuses on building rapport, aiding academic tasks, and collaborating with teachers to deliver engaging activities.

A DBS check and good GCSE results are required, with training and development opportunities available. Term-time hours and potential permanent contract after 12 weeks feature in this role.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work with children (not on the barred list).
• DBS check; the employer can assist with the application.
• GCSE Maths and English with grades A*-C.

Responsibilities

• Supporting creative and safe play with the children.
• Helping the children with completing academic tasks.
• Working with the teacher to prepare and execute activities.
• Liaising with other staff members across the therapy and senior leadership teams.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Creativity

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths and English (A*-C)

Job description

Psychology Graduate

Crawley

November 2026

Are you a psychology graduate looking for your first step on the ladder to progress into teaching or a therapy-focused role?

A well established Crawley school for children aged 6-11 with ADHD and/or Autism are welcoming psychology graduate applicants who are able to demonstrate a good academic background, along with the characteristics of resilience, empathy, creativity and problem-solving. You will be working with children with varying cognitive behaviours which will require you to develop a strong rapport with the children to enable you to understand their triggers and what captures their imagination.

As a psychology graduate, you will benefit from:

• The opportunity of a permanent contract after 12 weeks engagement through Academics
• A competitive rate of pay
• Excellent training and development opportunities within the school
• Term time working hours
• Excellent experience to further your career

Key Responsibilities of a psychology graduate:

• Supporting creative and safe play with the children
• Helping the children with completing academic tasks
• Working with the teacher to prepare and execute activities
• Liaising with other staff members across the therapy and senior leadership teams

You will be able to evidence:

• Your eligibility to work with children (not on the barred list)
• A DBS check (we can support you with an application for one)
• A minimum of grade A*-C in GCSE Maths and English

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.