Psychology Graduate
Location: Derby
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term; Full-Time / Part-Time

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to build hands-on experience in education by working with schools?

If you answered yes, then GSL Education wants to hear from you!

We are inviting applications from Psychology graduates looking to build hands-on experience in education by working with schools in Derby.

Whether you're aiming to become an educational psychologist, teacher or support worker, this role offers the perfect starting point.

You'll have the opportunity to work closely with pupils, including those with additional needs, and contribute to their academic and emotional development. A background in volunteering or working with children is helpful, but full support is provided to those eager to learn and make a difference.

Responsibilities of a Psychology Graduate:

Support pupils with a range of educational and emotional needs in mainstream and SEN settings
Assist teaching staff and SENCOs in delivering targeted support
Engage with pupils in one-to-one and small group sessions
Help foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing
Contribute to school activities and support the wider educational team
Maintain strict adherence to safeguarding and child protection policies
Requirements:

A recent Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology or a related discipline
A passion or proven experience in working with children and young people is desirable
Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills
Willingness to learn and develop within an educational setting
Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential
Up-to-date CV and Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
Why Join GSL Education?

Competitive daily pay rates
Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
Valuable experience in education and pupil support
Dedicated consultants providing personalised support
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Psychology Graduate role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch