Psychology Students & Graduates

Tradewind Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education is offering an opportunity for Psychology students or graduates to work as Teaching Assistants in Bristol. This position allows you to make a positive impact on young people's lives while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Flexibility is key, with options to work between 2 to 5 days a week in local secondary and SEN schools. Daily rates range from £90 to £120, and comprehensive training will be provided. This is an ideal role for those pursuing careers in psychology, education, or social work.

Benefits

Access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Free training course

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Mental Health difficulties.
• Work in local secondary and SEN schools as a Teaching Assistant.
• Help pupils with their learning, emotional wellbeing, and confidence.

Skills

Passion to help others

Experience working with children

Job description

Calling All Psychology Students & Graduates - Make a Real Difference Working with Young People! 🧠

Are you a Psychology student or graduate looking for meaningful, flexible, and rewarding work with young people in Bristol? This is the perfect opportunity to gain paid experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Mental Health difficulties - ideal for anyone considering a future career in psychology, education, social work, or therapy. We are currently recruiting for temporary, short-term, and long-term positions from January 2026.

Roles

You’ll be working in local secondary and SEN schools as a Teaching Assistant, supporting young people aged 11‑16 in and out of the classroom. You’ll help pupils with their learning, emotional wellbeing, and confidence - making a genuine difference every day.

Hours

School hours are 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. You can choose to work 2‑5 days per week – completely flexible to fit around your studies or other commitments.

Pay

Daily rates range from £90 to £120 per day (PAYE) for 6.5 hours of work.

Training & Development

We offer a free, in‑person 3‑hour training course to introduce you to classroom life and prepare you for your first day. You’ll also get access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources through the National College – completely free!

What You’ll Gain

• Valuable, hands‑on experience supporting young people with SEN and mental health needs
• A chance to apply your Psychology knowledge in a real‑world setting
• Confidence, resilience, and transferable skills for future careers in education, psychology, or youth work
• The satisfaction of knowing you’re making a positive impact every single day

Why Work With Tradewind

• Your income matters: we’ll always seek to secure you the best possible pay rate and offer honest, supportive advice.
• Your development matters: gain free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the National College.
• Your flexibility matters: we tailor your working week to suit you – daily, long‑term, and permanent roles available, all local to you.
• Your wellbeing matters: we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer for four years running.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable, but not essential – a passion to help others is a must!
• Legal right to work in the UK

Contact & Application

Interested? Click 'Apply Now' or contact Tom Townley for more information about flexible Psychology graduate opportunities in Bristol.

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Start your journey supporting young people – and see how your Psychology degree can truly change lives.