Psychology Graduates - Roles in Mainstream, SEN & SEMH Schools

Teaching Personnel; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is seeking Psychology graduates in Stoke-on-Trent to support children and young people with additional needs. Responsibilities include assisting with lessons, providing emotional support, and working collaboratively with teams. Ideal candidates are empathetic and confident communicators. Various temporary roles are available with competitive pay and training provided.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Flexible options

Training and support

Qualifications

• Psychology graduates keen to apply theory in real-world settings.
• Confident communicators who can build strong relationships.
• DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with additional needs (SEN, ASD, ADHD, SEMH).
• Working 1:1 or with small groups focusing on behaviour.
• Assisting teachers in delivering lessons and interventions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Calmness in challenging situations

Education

Psychology graduate

Job description

Locations: Stoke-on-Trent, Keele, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Hanley, Trentham, Meir, Blythe Bridge
Pay: £90 - £130 per day (experience dependent)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Day to day and full-time opportunities (temp-to-perm available)

If you're a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience supporting children and young people, we have a range of exciting opportunities across mainstream, SEN, and SEMH settings in North Staffordshire.

These roles are ideal if you're considering a future career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Youth Work or Teaching.

• Supporting pupils with additional needs (SEN, ASD, ADHD, SEMH)

• Working 1:1 or with small groups focusing on behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement

• Assisting teachers in delivering lessons and interventions

• Helping students overcome barriers to learning

• Providing consistent routines, structure, and encouragement

• Working collaboratively with SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external professionals

• Psychology graduates keen to apply theory in real-world settings

• Empathetic, patient, and emotionally intelligent individuals

• Confident communicators who can build strong relationships

• People who remain calm in challenging situations

• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Hands‑on experience with behaviour, SEN, trauma‑informed practice and child development

• Training and support provided

• Long‑term roles that strengthen postgraduate or teacher training applications

• Weekly pay and flexible options available

Call the Stoke and Staffordshire team on 01782 841 110 or click 'Apply Now' to start your journey.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position.