Psychology Graduates - Work in Schools

TimePlan Education; Southampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

TeamTeach training

Job summary

TimePlan Education are seeking Psychology graduates to work in schools across Southampton and Hampshire, offering day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements in mainstream, SEMH, SEND and alternative provisions.

You will support students' academic and social development, sometimes one-to-one or in small groups, and assist teachers in promoting a positive learning environment while providing emotional and pastoral support.

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology or a related field.
• A passion for working with young people and making a difference in their education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work flexibly in different school settings.
• A valid Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce) or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in the classroom, helping with their academic and social development.
• Working one-to-one or in small groups with students who need additional support.
• Assisting teachers in managing behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment.
• Providing emotional and pastoral support to students, particularly those with SEMH or SEND needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Psychology degree

Related field

Job description

Psychology Graduates - Work in Schools (Southampton & Hampshire)

Are you a psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience working with young people in schools? We have fantastic opportunities available across Southampton and Hampshire, offering day-to-day, short-term, and long-term roles in mainstream, SEMH, SEND and alternative provisions.

This is an excellent opportunity to apply your psychology knowledge in a practical setting, supporting students with their learning, well-being, and development. You will gain hands-on experience working with children and young people, making a real impact in educational settings.

Role Overview:

• Supporting students in the classroom, helping with their academic and social development.
• Working one-to-one or in small groups with students who need additional support.
• Assisting teachers in managing behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment.
• Providing emotional and pastoral support to students, particularly those with SEMH or SEND needs.

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Psychology or a related field.
• A passion for working with young people and making a difference in their education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work flexibly in different school settings.
• A valid Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce) or willingness to apply for one.

What We Offer:

• A variety of day-to-day, short-term, and long-term placements.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Experience in both mainstream and specialist school settings.
• CPD and TeamTeach training.
• Variety of placements across different schools.
• Competitive rates of pay.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview.

TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.