Psychology students & graduates

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.

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