Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience? The school I work with offers a unique opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting, supporting children and young people with autism and complex needs. This role is ideal for graduates considering careers in clinical psychology, educational psychology, mental health, or therapy, providing invaluable experience working alongside experienced educators, therapists, and care professionals. Why This Role is Perfect for Psychology Graduates Gain practical experience in behaviour support, communication strategies, and emotional regulation Work directly with students with autism and complex developmental needs Develop skills relevant to clinical and educational psychology pathways Receive ongoing training and mentorship from experienced professionals Build strong foundations for postgraduate study or professional training Your Role Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support Apply psychological principles to support behaviour and learning Assist with emotional regulation and social development Support communication needs using structured approaches Work as part of a multidisciplinary team Essential Requirements A degree in Psychology or a related field Previous care work experience (must have) – such as support work, healthcare, or residential care A genuine interest in mental health, behaviour, and child development Strong interpersonal and communication skills Emotional resilience, patience, and empathy Desirable (but not essential) Knowledge of autism, SEN, or behavioural interventions Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals Interest in pursuing further training in psychology or therapy 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. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website