Psychology Graduate. Job in Harrow Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Psychology Graduate for a role in Harrow supporting students with additional learning needs. Candidates should have a degree in Psychology, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in child development. The position offers full-time hours during term-time and is ideal for those aspiring to work in educational psychology or counselling. Access to training and professional development is provided.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Access to training and mentoring

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Interest in child development, mental health, and educational psychology.
• Experience working with young people or vulnerable groups is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional learning needs.
• Help develop emotional regulation and social skills.
• Assist in classroom duties and support teachers.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Proactive approach

Patience

Education

Degree in Psychology or closely related field

Job description

Psychology Graduate - Teaching & Learning Support (Harrow)

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

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 (url removed).